Formal Arabic · Modern Standard Arabic·Level 1·CEFR A1–A2
Formal Arabic: Beginner
Master Modern Standard Arabic — the common written language of 400 million speakers.
About This Course
Formal Arabic (Modern Standard Arabic / Fusha) is the unified written and formal spoken language used across the entire Arab world — from Morocco to the Gulf. This beginner course builds the foundation in script, grammar, and vocabulary to engage with newspapers, official documents, and broadcast media across the Middle East.
What You'll Learn
Arabic script and pronunciation
Basic vocabulary: home, family, work, city
Verb conjugation: present and past tenses
Nominal and verbal sentences
Definite and indefinite articles
Gender and number agreement
Introduction to dual and plural forms
Course Materials
Al-Kitaab fii Ta'allum al-'Arabiyya Book 1 (First Edition)
Prerequisites
None — beginners welcome. Students must be ready to learn Arabic script.
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Course Details
Certification Level
CEFR A1–A2 · ACTFL Novice-High
Regular (6 hrs/week)
30 hours — $300 USD
Intensive (15 hrs/week)
75 hours — $750 USD
Class Size
Maximum 10–15 students
Format
Regular & Intensive
All Formal Arabic Levels