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At Lingua Verna (meaning “vernacular language”), we believe that spoken dialects are a powerful tool for breaking down cultural barriers and fostering genuine human connections.Our focus is on Levantine Arabic, the dialect spoken in Lebanon, Syria, Palestine, and Jordan. We primarily serve members of the North American and European diaspora communities and their non-Arab partners who seek high-quality, affordable, and enjoyable resources to learn Arabic effectively.We are equally committed to making a positive impact. Our team comprises talented individuals who are either refugees resettled in Western countries or living in areas of economic hardship and political instability in the Middle East. By offering living wages to our employees and contractors, we ensure that our mission supports not only language learners but also the communities we serve.
Lingua Verna (linguaverna.com) has 90 customer reviews on Folks Told, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5.
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Robby W.
Many of my family members speak Lebanese Arabic - and I've tried quite a few ways to learn so I can speak them in their first language. Lingua Verna is by far the most effective learning method I've tried - I'm on month 5 now and every week I'm able to say and understand more! Thank you!
Maryam S.
Learning Arabic is incredibly important to me because I’ve always wanted to communicate freely with my grandma and my dad in their native tongue. Since joining this program I’ve been understanding more and more Arabic everyday. One of my favorite parts of the program is being able to practice in small groups weekly. I also appreciate the fact that the vocab introduced every week is relevant to everyday life, so I am able to communicate/practice with my family in an organic way. I would definitely recommend Lingua Verna to anyone who has tried and struggled with other programs in the past.
Bessima A.
Lingua Verna has helped me so patiently move beyond knowing just a few basics like “I’m hungry.” :-) The teachers are amazing, the lessons are motivating, and I’m honestly blown away by Alex and his pronunciation. Truly inspiring and highly recommended!
Julia M.
Before joining Lingua Verna’s Levantine Arabic course, I was struggling to find a program that truly focused on conversation. I knew I wanted to learn Levantine specifically; the apps and textbooks were helpful, but it was difficult to pick up the nuances of the language. Learning Arabic is important to me because I want to communicate naturally with Levantine speakers in everyday situations, not just recognise words on a page. I was looking for something that would help me actually speak and understand real-life conversations with confidence. What I’ve enjoyed most about Lingua Verna is how thoughtfully the course is designed. The videos and lessons are broken down into manageable chunks, so I never feel overwhelmed, but I’m always progressing. The integrated flashcard format is a huge bonus—it reinforces vocabulary and expressions from each lesson in a way that feels seamless and efficient, rather than like extra homework. The entire program is clearly built around helping learners use the language, not just learn about it. The instructors are another major highlight. They are generous with their time, extremely supportive, and genuinely invested in their students’ progress. They’re also very flexible and willing to accommodate different schedules. Their explanations are clear, their feedback is encouraging, and they create a comfortable environment where it feels safe to make mistakes and keep improving. I would recommend Lingua Verna to anyone serious about learning Levantine Arabic, especially those who: • Want a conversation-focused course rather than something purely academic • Prefer lessons that are structured but not overwhelming • Appreciate built-in tools like flashcards to reinforce what they learn • Need flexible scheduling and supportive, responsive instructors I really enjoy this course, and if your goal is to speak Levantine Arabic more naturally and confidently, Lingua Verna and its tutors are an excellent choice.
Jennifer I.
I wanted to learn Arabic for both personal and professional reasons to connect with my family and expand the services that I can offer through my business. I tried tutors and classes before but this is the only program that’s actually helped me retain and learn the information. It makes it all so clear to understand.
Patrick J T.
Lingua Verna Levantine Arabic Foundations has been a wonderful way to a useful knowledge of this variety of spoken Arabic. The video lectures are clear and concise and the weekly conversation groups, under the direction of skilled native instructors, are both motivational and enjoyable. The workload is manageable for those who, like me, are engaged in full-time employment. I strongly recommend this course to anyone who hopes to use Levantine Arabic for personal or professional purposes. Thank you!
Ben And Eileen L.
I cannot recommend Lingua Verna enough! My experience with them has been nothing short of transformative. Within 3 weeks I was reading, writing, and speaking in complete sentences. The curriculum is designed for fluency and accuracy, and you will have amazing instructors to guide you every step of the way, from conversation group lessons where you will be speaking with others on your same level to weekly lectures. If you need help and have questions, the instructors get back to you right away and are always there to help you. They are just as invested in you as their student as you are in their program.
Katherine
As someone whose only exposure to this language was some of the basics in a college class I took over 15 years ago, I can say this program is truly beginner-friendly. Actually diving into learning Arabic has been a goal of mine ever since that college class, and I just hadn't found the right opportunity. I came across this class when someone a friend of mine follows on Instagram mentioned it in an reel. I've stuck with it because I really feel myself gaining an understanding of the structure and the beauty of the language. My instructor, Saeed, and the core groups of students I learn with weekly are also a huge draw. We practice and we have fun! Anyone who's interested in learning a new and beautiful language would benefit from this program. I have nothing but great things to say!
