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العربية
Learn Arabic through a language you already know. Build useful vocabulary, follow personalized lessons, and practise everyday conversations with your AI tutor.
Get the appFree to start, on Android and iPhone.
- Speakers
- 370+ Million
- Speaking regions
- Middle East & North Africa
- Writing system
- Arabic
People, places & possibilities
Why learn Arabic?
Arabic is a Semitic language and the liturgical language of Islam, spoken across more than 20 countries from the Gulf to North Africa.
- Connect with 370+ million speakers across the Arab world
- Read the Quran and classical Arabic literature in its original form
- Access business and travel opportunities across the Middle East and North Africa
- Understand a script and calligraphic tradition admired worldwide
- Explore the shared vocabulary Arabic has given to Urdu, Persian and beyond
Your first steps
How to start learning Arabic
Start where you are. Connect each new word to something you want to say.
Get to know the writing and sounds
Explore Arabic writing and how Arabic sounds. Take time with unfamiliar characters and pronunciation.
Start with words you will use
Learn useful Arabic greetings and everyday vocabulary, with explanations in the language you choose.
Turn words into a conversation
Practise speaking Arabic with your AI tutor. Ask a question, explain an idea, or talk about something you enjoy.
Make a little time for practice
Return to your lessons and try your new Arabic words in different situations. Build towards fluent speaking at your own pace.
From knowing to speaking
Make Arabic part of your day
Work towards more fluent conversations by putting your words into practice, not just memorising them.
Practise both sides of a conversation
Speak Arabic with an AI tutor that responds. Try everyday situations or talk about your interests.
Understand it in your own language
Ask your AI tutor to explain a word or idea in a language you already know, then try using it yourself.
Follow a plan that starts with you
Your goals, interests and level help shape your next lesson. Keep building on what you have already learned.
Speaking practice in the Indilingo app.
Can I start learning Arabic for free?
Yes. You can start with the core learning experience for free. AI chat and speaking have free-use limits, and Indilingo Pro gives you more. Check the app for your current plan's features and limits.
Can I learn Arabic from a language I already speak?
Yes. Choose Arabic as the language you want to learn and a supported language for your explanations. Your starting language can help you understand new words and ideas.
How can I practise speaking Arabic?
Open the Speak tab in the app and choose an everyday situation or General Practice. Talk with your AI tutor, ask questions, and try using the Arabic words you have learned.
Is Arabic difficult to learn?
That depends on the languages you already know and what you want to do with Arabic. Get familiar with its Arabic writing system, start with useful words, and give yourself time to practise.
How long does it take to become fluent in Arabic?
There is no single timeline. Your starting point, goals, regular practice and opportunities to use Arabic all matter. Set a practical goal, such as introducing yourself or making plans, and build from there.
How many people speak Arabic?
Our language guide lists 370+ Million speakers, with speaking communities across Middle East & North Africa. Speaker estimates vary by source and by whether they include second-language speakers.
Where can I learn Arabic with Indilingo?
Download Indilingo on Android from Google Play or on iPhone from the App Store. Personalized lessons, AI chat and speaking practice are available in the mobile app.
Learn Arabic from the language you know
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- From Urduاردو
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- From Santaliᱥᱟᱱᱛᱟᱲᱤ
- From Sindhiسنڌي
- From Thaiไทย
- From TurkishTürkçe
- From VietnameseTiếng Việt
Keep exploring
More ways into Arabic
- Why Learn Arabic? Opportunities Across the Arabic-Speaking World
- How to Learn a Language
- The Science of Speaking
- Why We Are Building Indilingo
Where would you like to go next?
Your next conversation could be in Arabic
Take the next step towards fluent speaking. Start with a language you know and build from there.