FAQS Arabic learning | the most frequently asked questions now

Arabic is one of the six official UN languages and is spoken by over 420 million people worldwide. Learning Arabic opens doors to:

• Religious understanding: Read the Quran in its original language and deepen your Islamic knowledge
• Career opportunities: High demand for Arabic speakers in diplomacy, business, journalism, and international relations
• Cultural enrichment: Access rich Arabic literature, poetry, history, and media from 22 Arab countries
• Travel experiences: Communicate confidently across the Middle East and North Africa
• Academic excellence: Pursue studies in Middle Eastern history, Islamic studies, or Arabic literature

At Alphabet Arabic Academy, we help you achieve any or all of these goals through personalized instruction.

Arabic has a reputation for being challenging, but this depends on several factors. What makes it challenging: A new alphabet system (28 letters), right-to-left writing, and different grammar structure from European languages.

What makes it manageable: Logical grammar rules, phonetic spelling (words are pronounced as written), and no silent letters. With the right teaching method and consistent practice, most students achieve basic conversational skills within 3-6 months.

Our experienced teachers at Alphabet Arabic Academy break down complex concepts into simple, digestible lessons using proven methods that have helped thousands of students successfully learn Arabic.

The timeline varies based on your goals, learning intensity, and starting point. Basic conversation: 3-6 months with 2-3 lessons per week. Intermediate fluency: 12-18 months of consistent study. Advanced proficiency: 2-3 years for near-native fluency. Quranic reading: 6-12 months to read with proper Tajweed. Professional Arabic: 18-24 months for business/academic contexts.

These timelines assume regular practice and dedication. Our flexible plans range from 4 to 20 lessons per month, allowing you to choose the pace that fits your schedule.

No prior knowledge is required! We welcome complete beginners who have never seen the Arabic alphabet before. Our curriculum starts from absolute zero and progresses systematically.

We also serve intermediate and advanced learners looking to refine their skills. During your free trial lesson, our teacher will assess your current level and create a personalized learning plan tailored to your starting point and goals.

We serve students of all ages: Children (5-12 years) with fun, interactive lessons through our Arabic for Kids program. Teens (13-17 years) with age-appropriate content balancing academic rigor with engaging materials. Adults (18+ years) for professional, conversational, or Quranic Arabic. Seniors (60+ years) with patient, comfortable-paced instruction.

Our teachers adapt their methodology to suit each age group’s learning style, attention span, and interests.

Yes, absolutely! We have qualified female instructors who teach female students of all ages. Many of our female students, especially those learning Quran and Islamic studies, prefer female teachers for cultural or religious reasons.

When you register, simply indicate your preference for a female teacher, and we’ll match you accordingly. All our teachers are certified, experienced, and committed to providing excellent education in a respectful, comfortable learning environment.

The choice depends on your goals. Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) is used in media, literature, formal writing and is understood across all Arab countries. Best for reading newspapers, religious texts, and academic studies.

Egyptian Colloquial Arabic is spoken in daily life in Egypt and widely understood across the Arab world. Best for travel, living in Egypt, and casual conversations.

Many students learn both. We offer both programs and can help you decide during your trial lesson.

For religious purposes, we recommend combining: Quran Online Classes for proper recitation (Tajweed), memorization (Hifz), and understanding Quranic Arabic. Islamic Studies Course covering Hadith, Fiqh, Seerah, and Islamic history.

If you want to read Islamic texts beyond the Quran, our Modern Standard Arabic course provides the classical Arabic foundation needed for scholarly Islamic literature.

Yes, you have complete flexibility! Many students combine programs such as MSA + Quran recitation, Egyptian Arabic + Islamic Studies, or Professional Arabic + Conversation practice.

You can also switch between programs if your goals change. Simply discuss your needs with your teacher or contact our support team. There are no switching fees or penalties.

Online learning offers convenience (learn from anywhere), flexibility (schedule around your life), one-on-one attention, direct access to native Egyptian teachers, and comfort of learning in your own space.

The best way to know is to try our free trial lesson with zero commitment. You’ll experience our teaching style, platform, and approach firsthand before making any decisions.

We offer comprehensive Arabic and Quran education: Modern Standard Arabic (MSA), Egyptian Colloquial Arabic, Arabic Conversation Course, Professional Arabic Classes, Arabic for Kids, Quran Online Classes, Islamic Studies, and Young Muslim Program.

All courses are available with flexible scheduling and personalized one-on-one instruction.

Our MSA course covers all four language skills: Reading (alphabet to newspapers and literature), Writing (letter formation to formal composition), Speaking (pronunciation to presentations), Listening (understanding native speech and news), Grammar (systematic Nahw and Sarf), and Vocabulary (progressive building with high-frequency words).

We use internationally recognized textbooks supplemented with authentic materials and interactive exercises.

Our Arabic for Kids program features interactive games and activities, shorter attention spans accommodated, colorful materials with cartoons and stories, positive reinforcement systems, foundational focus on alphabet and basic vocabulary, and parent involvement with regular progress reports.

Our teachers are experienced in making learning fun and effective for young minds.

Our Quran program covers Tajweed rules, Quran reading from basic to fluent recitation, memorization (Hifz) techniques, word-by-word understanding, and recitation practice with multiple styles.

Whether you’re learning to read the Quran for the first time or perfecting your recitation, our qualified teachers guide you with patience and expertise.

Arabic Conversation Course focuses 80% on speaking practice with real-life dialogues, minimal writing exercises, and fast-track to fluency. Available in both MSA and Egyptian dialect.

Regular MSA course provides balanced coverage of reading, writing, speaking, and listening with systematic grammar study and literary texts for comprehensive language foundation.

Yes! Our Colloquial Egyptian Arabic course teaches the spoken dialect used daily in Egypt. Perfect for travelers, people living in Egypt, those with Egyptian friends/family, and students wanting to understand Egyptian movies and music.

Egyptian Arabic is widely understood across the Arab world. Our native teachers ensure authentic, natural speech patterns.

Our Professional Arabic program is for business people, diplomats, academics, and professionals. Includes industry-specific terminology, formal writing (emails, reports, presentations), advanced grammar, cultural competence for business etiquette, and media Arabic for news and current affairs.

This intensive program runs 3-6 months with customization based on your field and needs.

Our Islamic Studies program covers Fiqh (Islamic Jurisprudence), Hadith Studies, Seerah (Prophetic Biography), Aqeedah (Islamic Creed), Islamic History, and Islamic Values & Ethics.

Available for adults, teens, and children with age-appropriate content. Both men and women can enroll, with female teachers available for female students.

Absolutely! One-on-one instruction allows complete curriculum flexibility. We customize based on your specific goals, learning pace, topics that interest you, your professional field, and preparation for specific exams.

Your teacher can adjust content and pacing anytime based on your progress and evolving needs.

Our primary focus is one-on-one private instruction for fastest, most effective results. However, we accommodate small private groups (2-4 students) for family members, friends at similar levels, or siblings in children’s programs.

Contact our team to discuss group arrangements. Individual progress is fastest with private lessons.

Yes! Upon completing each level, you’ll receive an official certificate from Alphabet Arabic Academy including student name, course title, level achieved, duration/hours completed, and teacher’s name with academy seal.

These certificates demonstrate your Arabic proficiency to employers, universities, or for personal records.

We use multiple assessment methods: Initial placement test during trial, ongoing observation in every lesson, regular quizzes every few weeks, level tests before advancing, monthly progress reports, and student self-assessment feedback.

Parents of children receive regular detailed reports on progress, attendance, and recommended home practice.

We offer transparent, affordable pricing: Essential Plan $60/month (4 lessons), Progress Plan $80/month (8 lessons), Fluency Plan $114/month (12 lessons – Most Popular), Elite Plan $175/month (20 lessons).

Each lesson is 60 minutes of one-on-one instruction. All prices include materials and resources. View complete pricing: Adults & Teens | Kids

Yes! We offer substantial discounts: 3-month enrollment gets 10% discount, 6-month enrollment gets 20% discount.

Enter code “10%” or “20%” in the coupon field at checkout. These discounts make our affordable pricing even more accessible.

We accept all major payment methods: Credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), Debit cards, PayPal, and Bank transfers (for some regions).

All payments are processed through secure, encrypted gateways. You receive email receipts immediately.

No contracts required! Month-to-month basis with complete flexibility. You can cancel anytime with one month’s notice, pause your subscription, upgrade or downgrade plans, and switch courses without penalties.

We believe our quality teaching speaks for itself. Most students continue voluntarily because they see real progress.

Yes! You can pause by providing one week’s notice, choosing pause duration (1 week to 3 months), and resuming when ready with same teacher and plan.

No fees or penalties. Your progress is saved and you pick up exactly where you left off.

Our refund policy: Free trial lesson requires no payment. First paid month: refund available within first 3 lessons minus lessons taken. Unused lessons: finish remaining lessons or receive prorated refund.

We stand behind our teaching quality. Contact us immediately with any concerns.

Yes, everything is included! All digital textbooks and workbooks, audio and video materials, vocabulary flashcards and exercises, quizzes and assessments, supplementary reading materials, online platform access, progress tracking, and certificates.

Lifetime access to all course materials. You only need a device with internet connection.

We handle scholarship requests case-by-case for new Muslims seeking Quran/Islamic knowledge, students in developing countries, large families enrolling multiple children, and special hardship cases.

Contact us via WhatsApp or email explaining your situation if genuinely committed to learning but facing financial difficulties.

Simple process: Book free trial via WhatsApp or website, meet your teacher via video call, assessment and planning session, personalized curriculum creation, regular one-on-one sessions from anywhere, interactive learning with screen sharing and digital whiteboard, practice with provided materials between lessons, and continuous support via messaging.

Each lesson is fully interactive like in-person tutoring but more convenient.

Yes, extremely flexible! Choose your preferred days and times, schedule lessons from 6 AM to 11 PM Cairo time, select weekday or weekend sessions, change schedule if routine shifts, and take lessons from any timezone worldwide.

Teachers available across different hours to accommodate students globally.

Yes with advance notice. 6+ hours notice: reschedule freely, lesson not deducted. Less than 6 hours: may count as taken depending on teacher availability. No-show: counts as completed session.

For genuine emergencies, contact us immediately and we’ll work with you.

Two duration options: 60-minute sessions (standard and most popular, optimal for adult learning), 30-minute sessions (available for younger children under 8 or scheduling constraints).

We help you choose ideal duration during trial lesson based on age and goals.

Required: Device (computer, laptop, tablet, or smartphone), reliable internet (minimum 5 Mbps), video calling software (Zoom, Google Meet, or Skype – free).

Recommended: Headphones with microphone, notebook and pen, quiet well-lit space. All learning materials provided digitally at no cost.

Fully interactive with video & audio (real-time communication), screen sharing (view materials together), digital whiteboard (practice writing Arabic), text chat (share links and clarify points), and file sharing (exchange homework and materials).

Between lessons, message teacher via WhatsApp or email. Most respond within 24 hours.

Yes, consistency is important! Your primary teacher gets to know your learning style, tracks progress closely, builds rapport over time, and adjusts methods to suit you.

If teacher unavailable, qualified substitute provided. If not satisfied, we can arrange different teacher.

Taking breaks is acceptable. Short break (1-2 weeks): reschedule lessons to later dates. Extended break (1-3 months): pause subscription and resume when ready. Seasonal breaks accepted for Ramadan, Hajj, or vacations.

When you return, resume with same teacher at exact point you left off. Give one week’s notice before pausing.

Depends on goals: Minimum (casual): 15-30 minutes daily reviewing vocabulary. Recommended (serious): 45-60 minutes daily including homework and practice. Intensive (accelerated): 2+ hours daily with additional self-study.

Teacher assigns 20-45 minutes homework after each lesson. More practice between lessons means faster progress.

All our sessions are one-on-one! 100% teacher attention every lesson, perfectly tailored curriculum, freedom to ask questions anytime, progress at your own pace, and privacy to make mistakes and learn.

This individualized approach is why students achieve fluency faster than traditional classroom programs.

We’re flexible with platforms: Zoom (most popular), Google Meet (simple, no download), Skype (widely accessible), Microsoft Teams (for corporate learners).

All platforms are free. Teacher sends meeting link before each lesson. We help you set up during trial if needed.

We handle technical difficulties: Minor issues quickly troubleshooted by teacher. Internet outage on your end: reschedule at no charge if within first 15 minutes. Teacher’s outage: automatic reschedule. Platform problems: switch to alternative platform.

24/7 support available via WhatsApp. Technical setup guides provided and test calls available before first lesson.

Yes! Desktop/Laptop (best experience), Tablet (very good for all ages), Smartphone (functional though small screen makes reading harder).

Many students successfully learn on tablets and phones, especially for Quran and conversation. Teachers adapt materials to your screen size.

Recording available upon request. Ask teacher to record any or all lessons. Recordings sent after class for review. Only you and teacher have access. Keep recordings as long as needed.

Many students find recordings helpful for reviewing grammar, pronunciation, or catching missed points.

Recommended speeds: Minimum 5 Mbps download / 2 Mbps upload for standard quality. Recommended 10+ Mbps / 5+ Mbps for HD. Optimal 25+ Mbps for perfect quality.

If slower connection: turn off video (audio-only), close other applications, or use mobile hotspot. We’ve successfully taught students with limited internet by adapting.

Materials delivered via Email (PDFs, audio files, documents), Cloud storage (Google Drive or Dropbox folders), WhatsApp (quick sharing), and during lessons via screen sharing.

Download and keep everything forever. Print if you prefer physical copies or keep digital for easy searching.

Currently no proprietary app, but this doesn’t limit learning. We use widely available platforms (Zoom, Google Meet, Skype) with excellent mobile apps. Materials work on mobile browsers. WhatsApp is main communication tool.

Most students find this more convenient than downloading another app. All features work seamlessly on mobile.

Yes, all highly qualified! Every instructor is: Native Egyptian speaker, university degree holder (minimum bachelor’s in Arabic/Islamic studies/education), teaching certified (trained in teaching Arabic as foreign language), experienced (minimum 3 years with non-natives), and for Quran teachers: Ijazah in Tajweed and recitation.

We carefully vet each teacher through interviews, demo lessons, and background checks.

Yes! All teachers are fluent in English. They can explain complex grammar in English, answer questions without barriers, provide cultural context and translations, and gradually transition to more Arabic as proficiency grows.

For advanced students, teachers adjust English-Arabic ratio for immersion while maintaining clarity.

We use proven methods: Communicative approach (real communication over memorization), task-based learning (practical activities), immersion techniques (maximum Arabic exposure), multi-sensory learning (visual, auditory, kinesthetic), repetition and review, personalized pacing, and cultural integration.

Most importantly, we adapt methods to YOU—your learning style, goals, and preferences.

We match you based on learning goals, schedule and timezone, preferred teaching style, gender preference (female students can request female teachers), and specific subject expertise.

If not satisfied with your teacher, let us know and we’ll assign different instructor. Student-teacher compatibility is crucial for success.

Positive, encouraging correction methods: Gentle correction (mistakes are learning opportunities), immediate vs. delayed correction (pronunciation immediate, flow maintained for speaking), explanations provided (understand why and how to fix), repetition practice, positive reinforcement, and error logs tracked.

Goal is building confidence while ensuring accuracy. You’ll never feel embarrassed about mistakes.

Yes! WhatsApp messaging for quick questions, Email for longer questions or written work, response within 24 hours (often faster), and voice notes for pronunciation practice and audio feedback.

While teachers maintain reasonable boundaries, this ongoing support means you’re never stuck waiting. This continuous connection accelerates learning significantly.