What do I need to learn Arabic?

Arabic might seem difficult to learn because of its characters, it is written and read from right to left instead of the regular way in which other languages such as English, Hindi, Sanskrit, German, Spanish, French, etc. but nothing is impossible. You just need to focus and study the right material and you will definitely understand  Arabic.

There are a few important things that you need to efficiently learn Arabic and be fluent in it. 

The first and probably the most important thing to learn Arabic or any other language is a strong will. You need to stay focused until the end in order to learn it properly.

A lot of people will get very excited to learn a new thing until they actually start learning it. And in a few days, they either get bored or find it too difficult to continue and hence opt-out of learning the language.

You need to know that when you learn something new which is not familiar to you, it will seem difficult initially but if you do it with focus, you will learn it, making it easy eventually. You have to understand it only then you can make learning easy and fun. If you keep doing it unwillingly, it will become boring and difficult and would make you feel like opting out of the process.

Regular practice and consistent efforts in learning are the keys. You will need a lot of practice, practice in the form of writing, oral, reading, etc. Arabic is a tricky language, to master it you just need a thorough practice of reading it, pronouncing the words correctly, and being able to write in it. A slight change in pronunciation can alter the entire meaning of the word or sentence. Plus without practice, it will be difficult for you to remember all the tricky characters and alphabets. 

Books that have basic Arabic, are a must while learning Arabic. You should purchase books that have detailed information about the Arabic alphabet and characters.

Start with the basics, be thorough with it, and only then move on to other topics. If you create a good base, you will not find it difficult to learn later. But if you neglect the basic alphabets and their pronunciation you will find it difficult later to learn and recall them. 

If you are a total beginner and do not have an Arabic background, you would need to seek somebody’s assistance.

You can either learn it from a friend who is well versed in Arabic or you can learn it from any Arabic institute. You can also learn it online through paid and free classes.

Seeking assistance and guidance will make your learning process easier as well as faster. Timely guidance and regular tests of your progress are also important to track your growth. 

Movies and songs can also become a great source of learning Arabic. You will learn many new words and their pronunciations in a fun way.

You will also need them in order to understand how to converse in Arabic because there is a difference in writing and speaking in Arabic. It can also be a nice substitute when you do not have someone to converse with and wish to learn the skill of engaging in a dialogue. 

Another great teacher of Arabic is the Quran. It is usually helpful for the advanced stage or when you are familiar with the language.

Some versions come with translations and will help you understand. It is said that the Quran is the ultimate guide to mankind as well as for the Arabic learners. It not only will impart religious knowledge but also help you in understanding and learning Arabic better. 

These were some of the key things that you might need while you are learning Arabic. Do not forget to seek help whenever you are in doubt. And practicing a lot is a must in learning any language in order to achieve the level of fluency of a native speaker.