The Arabic language has many branches. One of these is Modern Standard Arabic, which is derived from the classical Arabic of the Koran and is taught in schools and used for literature and media. The other branches of the Arabic language are its many dialects - the colloquial languages which are spoken at home. The multiplicity of these dialects is due to the geographical diversity of the Arabic-speaking world, to grammatical mutations and variations, and to the influence of other languages. Students learn colloquial Arabic for a variety of reasons – for travel, for business, to converse with their families, for journalism, and diplomacy. Ultimately, learning colloquial Arabic allows the student to communicate directly with Arab people – to speak, listen and participate in their daily life. After mastering one of the Arabic dialects, the student will be able to understand all the other dialects.The tutors for colloquial Arabic are all native speakers of the dialect they teach.
Levantine
This dialect is spoken across Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, and the Palestinian territories, with some variations. It is a rich language full of proverbs and expressions. The Levantine dialect is close to Modern Standard Arabic, which means that students who learn it will find it easier to learn MSA.
The Levantine area is rich in history and culture, and the ancient and the modern sit side by side, from the ruins of Petra and the mosques of Damascus to the malls of Amman and the cafes of Beirut. Many students of Arabic are drawn to Damascus, and it is becoming an increasingly popular center of learning. The good transport links between Lebanon, Syria, and Jordanmake it easy to explore this intriguing part of the world.
Egyptian The Egyptian dialect is widely understood throughout the Arab world due to the popularity of Egyptian songs and films. This dialect differs from the Levantine dialect, but speakers of both dialects can understand each other.
Cairo is the largest city in Africa and the Arabic-speaking world and is popular with students of the Arabic language. Not only does it stand at the crossroads of ancient empires, it is also a modern cultural center with a high output of literature and film.
Gulf Gulf Arabic is spoken across Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, the UAE, and parts of Oman.
As the Gulf countries take an increasingly important place in the world of trade and business, an understanding of Gulf Arabic becomes crucial for business relations.
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Levantine
