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Why Learn Egyptian Arabic?

Egyptian Arabic is the unofficial “official” language of Egypt, as the language has no certified status as an official language. Even so, more than 100 million people (primarily in Northern Africa) speak the language – around 75 million as their first language, and another 25 million as their second language. Of particular interest to Pimsleur learners. Egyptian Arabic is mostly a spoken language; Modern Standard Arabic is the principal written language for government, law, and other regulated activities.

Many people take Pimsleur’s Egyptian Arabic lessons to strengthen ties with family members in Egypt. Others learn to speak Egyptian Arabic to broaden their knowledge of local culture, customs, and even cuisine. Whatever your reason for wanting to learn Egyptian Arabic, we can help you speak the language conversationally.

It all starts with the Pimsleur Method™, the basis for our Egyptian Arabic courses. We utilize four scientifically proven techniques that take you directly to the heart of the language, enabling you to learn Marsi Arabic (Masri means “Egyptian”) quickly and efficiently:

  • Graduated Interval Recall
  • Organic Learning
  • Core Vocabulary
  • Principle of Anticipation

Using this method, you’ll build confidence as you learn the Egyptian language. Even with no experience, you’ll start learning key words and phrases, speaking concise sentences, all while having fun as your education progresses.

Sign up with a Premium subscription if you’d like to learn Egyptian Arabic only, and get full access to all lessons and premium study tools. Take your language learning to the next level and unlock every language in the Pimsleur catalog with our All Access subscription. You bring the effort and enthusiasm, and we’ll supply all the tools and resources as you’re learning Egyptian Arabic.

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The Best Way to Learn the Egyptian Arabic Language

You might’ve taken a second language class in high school. Remember the textbooks and repetitive, boring grammar sessions? (We understand if you’ve blocked that memory out.) Well, you can forget everything about those outdated learning processes!

Pimsleur helps you develop keen oral (speaking) and aural (listening) skills to learn Egyptian Arabic the intuitive, innovative way. Similar to how a child learns their native language, we exploit the natural learning tendencies that come with listening and speaking to get you learning Egyptian Arabic.

All of our tools available on the Pimsleur platform – Core Lessons, Digital Flash Cards, Lightbulb Moments, and more – combine to accelerate your learning curve. Before you know it, you’ll be speaking the language without the confusion associated with traditional language instruction.

Learn to speak Egyptian Arabic like you never thought possible, and unlock your innate ability to improve your skills. You’ll enjoy the entire journey, from lesson one to the completion of your course.

Why Choose Pimsleur for Online Egyptian Arabic Lessons?

Convenience is a key factor for novices eager to learn Egyptian Arabic online. And with the Pimsleur app, you’ll soon discover that anytime, anywhere is the opportune time to take Egyptian Arabic lessons. Start learning Egyptian Arabic while walking the dog, doing work around the house, or en route to any destination in your car (you’ll love our hands-free driving mode).

Speak Arabic (Egyptian) with Confidence. Read like a Native.

Common Questions About Learning Egyptian Arabic

Is Egyptian Arabic a difficult language to learn?

The most widely spoken variety of Arabic, Egyptian Arabic can be a difficult language to acquire. Some of the language’s grammar and syntax rules differ from English significantly, so the type of Egyptian Arabic lessons you take is important. Pimsleur’s unique method of language instruction is based on the Pimsleur Method, which focuses on speaking and listening skills. This is the best way to learn to speak Egyptian Arabic, and makes the entire process enlightening, educational, and fun!

How long does it take to learn Egyptian Arabic?

Before innovative language learning platforms like Pimsleur came into existence, it could take endless months to learn the Egyptian language. That’s because those outdated methods didn’t exploit the natural learning capabilities of oral and aural proficiencies. With Pimsleur, you can learn Egyptian Arabic efficiently enough to speak the language conversationally – in a matter of weeks. And after just one lesson, you’ll pick up basic words, phrases, and context. All of our Egyptian Arabic lessons are designed to get you speaking quickly – Core Lessons, Lightbulb Moments, Digital Flash Cards, and more.

What are the main challenges when learning the Egyptian Arabic language?

Expressing negation in Masri Arabic – words such as “no” and “not” – is a tricky rule for native English speakers to pick up as they learn Egyptian Arabic. Another challenge when learning Egyptian Arabic is the astounding variety of verb usage in the language. For example, you’ll have to learn hollow verbs, defective verbs, doubly weak verbs, assimilated verbs, and much more. And that’s just one type of word in the complex library of Masri vocabulary. Pimsleur helps you learn to speak Egyptian Arabic, despite all the potential hurdles.

How important is pronunciation in learning Egyptian Arabic?

Arabic in general is known for its sophisticated, hard-earned phonology, and the Egyptian variety is no different. To learn Masri Arabic, you have to pronounce words correctly – after all, it’s impossible to speak the language conversationally if you can’t utilize the language’s unique pace, cadence, and unique way of sounding out phonemes (sounds). More than 30 consonant phonemes exist, along with a nuanced group of vowel phonemes. Vowel elision – the intentional deletion or removal of vowel sounds in words and phrases – is yet another important aspect of pronunciation. Our Voice Coach with AI pronunciation feedback tool helps you learn Egyptian Arabic with useful critiques of your progress, and you can take what you’ve learned and apply it to everyday conversations.

Is the Egyptian Arabic course suitable for complete beginners?

Our Egyptian Arabic lessons aren’t just suitable for learners starting from square one – they’re ideal! Even if you have no experience or exposure to Masri, we’ll get you learning Egyptian Arabic in no time at all. The Pimsleur Method has been proven to get novice learners up to speed quickly, and you’ll build confidence with each Egyptian Arabic course. Plus, our courses are accessible whenever you’d like to learn, wherever you happen to be!
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