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If you're new to Arabic, then this level should be your starting point. We tend to present short dialogues with useful phrases for practical everyday situations. The lessons are mainly in English, with the Arabic translations spoken slowly and clearly. The Beginner's level is the best place to start, whether you want to master the language or just require a few key phrases to help you on your trips to the world of Arabia.
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We have another podcast today that was requested by one of you guys! We translate a famous Algerian song. You will might find that the north African dialect sounds considerably different than others, ...
Beginner - Free meal

Date: October 25th, 2011

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Many of us have heard the saying that there is no such thing as a free lunch, and yet there are people trying to seek things in life for free without going through the effort that everyone else has to...
Beginner - Taking a nap

Date: October 4th, 2011

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In today's increasingly fast-moving world, some people have found it necessary to have naps at unusual times to help boost the body's required energy to go that extra mile. We teach you how to say you...
Beginner - Toothpick

Date: September 23rd, 2011

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On your travels to the Middle East, or North Africa, you are bound to be treated to some Arab hospitality which generally involves some nice, tender, finger-licking meat! Having a toothpick is handy i...
Beginner - University gym

Date: September 16th, 2011

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For some university students, the social elements of university life are more important than the actual education itself. Therefore, it is common for students to enquire about university gyms, clubs a...
Beginner - Hot food

Date: September 6th, 2011

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The food is ready, and the host gives the go ahead. Everyone reaches out for the best part! It's a race for everybody to get just enough, but there are obstacles, one of them the food being too hot!
Beginner - The gift of Eid

Date: August 26th, 2011

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The happy days of Eid are upon us! That's why we deemed it fit to give you today's lesson which is based around an Eid song. Tune in to the podcast, and the PLC, to learn some useful vocabulary around...
Some people are just great at avoiding giving direct answers. We teach you how to be one of those people using Arabic vocabulary. You will also learn the different forms of verbs for each person.
Beginner - Other reasons

Date: August 16th, 2011

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Many people choose their partners based on their wealth, lineage, beauty or religion. Some even go to the extent of marrying someone twice their age just for the money. In today's podcast, we have a d...
Beginner - Trying to fast

Date: August 5th, 2011

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Fasting is a religious practise common in many faiths. Sometimes you'll find people attempting to fast just to find out what it's like, and others have crafty ways around making the fast much easier t...
There are etiquettes that should be followed when knocking the door. Many of us are oblivious to most, particularly to the one on how to announce oneself. Today you will learn what you should say when...
Beginner - Have no choice

Date: July 19th, 2011

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There is a phrase in Arabic widely used in the street to mean 'whether you like it or not'. Sometimes saying it issues a statement of challenge. We teach you this phrase along with a lot more high fre...