The Do’s and Don’ts of Greeting (and Kissing!) in Lebanon
We take a look at the customs for greeting in Lebanon. Know what to say in Arabic, when to shake hands, how to kiss Lebanese style.
A Child in My Parents’ Eyes
Rita and her mom had a lovely evening at a restaurant. But who ended up paying for dinner? (Hint: It wasn’t Rita or her mother!)
Lebanese Arabic Song: Khalik Bel Bait (Fairuz)
Learn Lebanese Arabic with Fairuz’s classic song Khalik Bel Bait (video with lyrics, English translation, and language notes).
Lebanese Arabic Song: Majnoun (Ramy Ayach)
Learn Lebanese Arabic with Ramy Ayach’s hit song Majnoun (video with lyrics, English translation, and language notes).
Around Dubai
Eman tells us about Dubai, the city she lives in, and why she thinks it’s so amazing.
Lebanon’s Street Food Market
Mariette and her friends explore foods of the world at Lebanon’s traveling street food festival.
Using an Arabic Dictionary: Tips for Learners
So, you’ve decided to study Arabic. From the get-go, you’re confronted with a number of challenges. You knew, of course, that you would have to
A Vulnerable Patient
When Rita’s dad (pictured) is in the hospital, they find another patient in need of some help. What matter does Rita take into her own hands?
Camel Tongue at the Palace?
Rita has a culinary adventure at the palace. She even tries camel tongue. What is the most adventurous thing you have ever eaten?
Cycling Around Tripoli
Yumn and her friends decide to bike around the city. What could possibly go wrong?
Levantine Arabic Verbs: 3aTa عطى (to give)
Each of these videos presents the full conjugation of a common Levantine Arabic verb, along with example sentences. Down the accompanying PDF for free.
Levantine Arabic Verbs: شرب shirib (to drink)
Each of these videos presents the full conjugation of a common Levantine (Lebanese) Arabic verb, along with example sentences. Down the PDF for free.