Arabic Facts
Arabic is a wonderful example of 'diglossia': where the same language has two forms. Most Arabic speakers will be able to understand and use the Arabic they taught in school as well as their regional dialect
Arabic is a 'macrolanguage', with 27 similar yet distinctive 'sub-languages'
Derived from Aramaic, the Arabic alphabet goes from right to left, and there are many variances between the Middle Eastern version and that adopted by the West
Arabic Courses in Columbus
Our Arabic speakers, fully qualified to teach their native tongue, can train you and, if need be, the rest of your group at a time that is suitable to you, at your home or place of work. Sessions can take place on the day of your choosing - even weekends - and at the time you want: whether it be morning, afternoon or evening. If circumstances arise where your home or office is not convenient, the classes can be held at your trainer's office. Resources for the course are provided for you.
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Arabic courses of this type are aimed towards those that need to learn Arabic to aid them with their employment. For those just starting out, it is integral to learn basic greetings and business etiquette; and reading and writing can be adopted once the simple precepts are out of the way. Success has come from students who are involved in import/export, international negotiations and acquisitions, those seeking jobs in multinational companies, and those working with foreign colleagues, academia and bureaucracy. Just our most basic beginners course will have the student finishing the course with basic telephone/e-mail skills in Arabic, as well as survival Arabic should a short stay in the country be needed.
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These Arabic lessons fit a broader spectrum, and can be useful for those who need different things from the language. Most beginner students will have a handle of survival Arabic by the end of their course, which will provide them without enough Arabic to communicate at least at a basic level during short trips to the country, but those who require more would benefit greatly from these sessions. Typical students have been those eager to travel all over the world, those buying overseas property, those with foreign spouses, aficionados of Arabic culture and those who just wish to pass a particular Arabic exam.
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Those wishing to learn Arabic in groups of 2 or more together (Two-to-One Arabic Courses or Small Group In-Company Arabic Courses) can sign up for our group classes. All students must be at nearly the same level of Arabic proficiency, must have the same needs from the language, and must be able to study at the same time and place as the others. Bookings must be made for all students simultaneously. Listen & Learn do not propose group sizes or more than 6-8 people, but In-Company Taster Arabic Courses can occur with up to 12 people.
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Columbus
Capital of the American state of Ohio, and a capital place to learn a foreign language, Columbus isn't dubbed 'The Discovery City' for nothing! Find out exactly how easy and effective it is to study a new language with a native speaker teacher, and prepare to have fun practicing in day-to-day contexts. Columbusites have a rich ethnic heritage, thanks to early immigration from German and Italian language groups. In recent times, there has been a notable addition to cultural diversity by groups from Vietnam, Russia, Somalia, Mexico and Latin American countries. Not only does this mean that Columbus is the ideal place to study Spanish, German, Italian, Russian or Vietnamese, but did you know that Columbus is now home to the Somali-language film industry "Somaliwood" developed by the diaspora Somali community? Well now you do!
Arabic Testimonials
"I was so worried about learning Arabic because of the alphabet, and it always sounded so complicated to me. But thanks to my patient teacher I've made amazing progress in the last couple of months. I've always wanted to learn Arabic and it's amazing to be on my way!"
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