Only in Egypt
Esraa shares with us some things she thinks are unique to Egypt and teaches us some useful vocabulary in the process.
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.
Top Resources for Tunisian Arabic Listening Practice Online
You can improve your listening comprehension of Tunisian Arabic by watching Tunisian TV, movies, YouTube channels, and other websites. Lilia recommends her favorites here.
Tunisian Arabic Grammar
This is a brief introduction to Tunisian Arabic grammar. It covers the basics of noun and adjective inflections as well as verb conjugations. It also highlights some of the idiosyncrasies of Tunisian Arabic that distinguish it from other varieties of Arabic.
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.
Levantine Arabic Verbs: 3imil عمل (to do)
Each of these videos presents the full conjugation of a common Levantine (Lebanese) Arabic verb, along with example sentences. Down the PDF for free.
Levantine Arabic Verbs: حكي Hiki (to speak)
Each of these videos presents the full conjugation of a common Levantine (Lebanese) Arabic verb, along with example sentences. Down the PDF for free.
Levantine Arabic Verbs: إجا ija (to come)
Each of these videos presents the full conjugation of a common Levantine (Lebanese) Arabic verb, along with example sentences. Down the PDF for free.
Getting Around in Cairo: Buses
Getting around Cairo can sometimes be tricky. Yomna tells us about taking buses in the bustling metropolis. Listen and learn some useful Egyptian Arabic words.
Buying Fruit and Vegetables in Egypt
Yomna tells us about where to buy fruit and vegetables in Egypt, while teaching us some useful words and phrases in Egyptian Arabic.
Getting a Haircut in Egypt
Ready to get your hair cut in Egypt? Mostafa shares some tips.