Live 1-to-1 lessons
Speak Levantine Arabic like a local
Levantine is one of the most widely understood dialects thanks to TV drama and music. Spoken in Syria, Lebanon, Palestine and Jordan, it's a great pick if you want a friendly, widely understood dialect.
Who this is for
- Fans of Levantine TV and music
- Heritage learners with family in the Levant
- Humanitarian, diplomatic and media professionals
What you'll learn
- Everyday conversation and introductions
- Food, hospitality and the market
- Common Levantine expressions
- Understanding songs and series
A taste of what you'll say
كيفك؟
kīfak?
How are you?
شو اسمك؟
shū ismak?
What's your name?
بدّي قهوة
biddi ahwe
I want coffee
Teachers for this path
We're adding teachers for this path. Meanwhile, here are our top-rated teachers.
Common questions
Will people in other Arab countries understand Levantine?
Yes — it's widely understood, largely thanks to media. You may still meet vocabulary differences from country to country.
Do I need to know the Arabic alphabet first?
No. You can start speaking with transliteration and move to the Arabic script gradually with your teacher.
Not sure where to start?
Take the free level test — about 10 minutes — and get your level and teachers picked for you.
Take the free level test