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Why Learn Farsi?

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The Persian language, also commonly known as Farsi, is native to Western Asia, with a significant number of speakers in Southern Asia. Farsi is an official language in Iran, Afghanistan, Tajikistan, and the Russian Republic of Dagestan. The language comprises three main dialects: Iranian Persian, Dari Persian (Afghanistan), and Tajik Persian (Tajikistan). More than 70 million people speak Persian as their first language, and another 40 million speak Persian as their second language. Worldwide, approximately 130 million speak Farsi, making it one of the principal tongues of Western Asia.

Do you need to learn Farsi as part of your professional development? Perhaps you’d like to learn to speak Farsi to travel to Asia. And there’s the chance you might’ve discovered a relative in Iran you’d like to converse with. Whatever your reasons are for wanting to study Farsi, Pimsleur is the only language-learning solution you need.

Our advanced app is built upon the Pimsleur Method™, our scientifically proven method to learn Persian the fast, effective way. With our Farsi lessons, you’ll eventually be able to:

  • Speak conversationally in Persian with native speakers.
  • Enjoy immersive travel experiences within the Farsi-speaking world.
  • Learn more about one of the world’s oldest cultures.
  • And much more.

Our Premium subscription allows you to learn Farsi at your own pace in as little as 30 minutes per day. Want to expand your language learning? Try our All Access subscription, which gives you access to every language we offer.

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The Best Way to Learn the Persian Language

Remember when you first learned your native language? Most likely not, but we’ll fill you in on how you acquired the ability to speak: you learned as every child does, by listening! And this listening-based method is evident in all of our powerful tools and resources included in our Farsi courses. We have Digital Flash Cards, Voice Coach AI pronunciation feedback, Lightbulb Moments, Reading Lessons, and much more. By listening to fluent Persian speakers, you’ll proceed with active participation through each exercise and skill-building task, gradually building confidence as you learn to speak Farsi.

Effective Farsi lessons put you at the center of the language, ready to absorb new knowledge. That’s exactly what you’ll get with Pimsleur. As you study Farsi, we avoid the confusion and unnecessary noise associated with other language learning platforms. Your time is valuable, and our direct approach helps you learn Farsi quickly – and you’ll have plenty of fun along the way!

Why Choose Pimsleur for Farsi Lessons?

Learn Persian whenever – and wherever – you’d like and hands-free! Our mobile-friendly app puts the core lessons at your fingertips while doing work around the house, driving in the car (you’ll love our hands-free mode), walking the dog, and more!

Learn Farsi with clarity – and unparalleled convenience – with Pimsleur. Let’s learn Persian together…sign up today!

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Common Questions About Learning Farsi Persian

Is Farsi a difficult language to learn?

Your difficulty level in learning Farsi is mostly determined by the type of language learning platform. Pimsleur’s Farsi lessons make learning informative, informal, and even fun! Any new language has its share of difficulties, but with Pimsleur leading the way as you learn to speak Persian, you’ll turn obstacles into stepping stones on your way to speaking the language conversationally. Contrast that with the outdated methods to learn Farsi with textbooks and boring grammar lessons, and it’s easy to see why Pimsleur is so popular.

How long does it take to learn Persian language?

When you sign up for a Pimsleur Premium or All Access subscription, you have immediate access to learn Persian. And not just learn on a “regular” timeline. Pimsleur compresses the learning curve, thanks to our innovative, proven techniques to help you listen and speak your way to success. Learn to speak Farsi as a child would – naturally. Using our language learning resources like Digital Flash Cards, Speed Round Games, and Speak Easy Challenges, you’ll quickly learn Iranian grammar and phonology organically and build your speaking skills from there. After lesson one, you’ll be able to say core words and phrases.

What are the main challenges when learning Farsi?

Learning Farsi, you’ll encounter a few quirks and rules that distinguish it from other Indo-European languages like English. For example, the subject of an Iranian sentence sometimes isn’t obvious until the verb ending, which is a brand new concept for native English speakers. Definite articles are another challenge as you learn Farsi – many Persian speakers omit them entirely, and they’re rarely used in written language. Pimsleur accounts for these and other obstacles as you learn to speak Farsi.

How important is pronunciation in learning Farsi?

Like any other language, it’s hard to overestimate the importance of proper pronunciation. To fully learn Persian, you must sound out each word precisely. Our Voice Coach with AI pronunciation feedback tool is a critical component of the process. Persian phonemes (sounds particular to the language) vary in pronunciation, depending on context and usage. How to correctly speak short and long vowels is also important, and our Farsi lessons will keep your pronunciation on track throughout the learning process.

Are the Farsi lessons suitable for complete beginners?

With Pimsleur, you can learn Farsi with no prior knowledge at all. Our Iranian courses are designed for complete novices to start from square one – and excel on day one! Every Farsi lesson is centered on oral and aural skill development, enabling you to learn Persian regardless of your skill level. Both beginners and those with some knowledge of Persian benefit from our ultra-convenient app, which you can take anywhere and use anytime to learn Farsi.
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