Lebanese Arabic, explained simply
Practical guides about the language, dialect and culture of Lebanon — written by Ibra, a native teacher.
- Resources7 min
The best Lebanese Arabic learning resources (apps, podcasts, media)
A curated guide to the apps, podcasts, books and TV series worth using to learn Lebanese Arabic — Lebanese dialect, not MSA. Recommended by a native teacher.
24 July 2026Read - Guide7 min
Languages of Lebanon: Lebanese Arabic, MSA, French and English
A complete guide to the languages of Lebanon — Lebanese Arabic, Modern Standard Arabic, French and English. Who speaks what, and why Lebanese Arabic is the key.
24 July 2026Read - Guide6 min
Why learning Arabic in 2026 matters — and why the dialect, not MSA
Arabic is one of the world's most spoken languages, demand is rising, and in 2026 dialects have overtaken MSA in online searches.
24 July 2026Read - Beginners7 min
35+ Lebanese Arabic Phrases You'll Actually Hear Every Day
The Lebanese phrases people really use, grouped by situation: greetings, introductions, café, taxi, feelings, time. Each one with Arabizi pronunciation and Arabic script, from a native teacher.
24 July 2026Read - Vocabulary6 min
Family vocabulary in Lebanese Arabic (core, extended, in-laws)
The complete family vocabulary in Lebanese Arabic: parents, siblings, grandparents, uncles/aunts (maternal vs paternal), cousins, in-laws.
24 July 2026Read - Grammar9 min
Lebanese Arabic grammar: top 5 questions (b-, pronouns, word order)
A clear guide to the top 5 grammar questions in Lebanese Arabic: the بـ prefix, past-tense verbs with attached pronouns, personal and possessive pronouns, word order, and the key differences from MSA.
24 July 2026Read - Online6 min
How to learn Lebanese Arabic online (from anywhere)
How online Lebanese Arabic courses work: what you need, what a Zoom lesson looks like, whether online is as good as in person and who it's for.
17 July 2026Read - Beginners4 min
Numbers in Lebanese Arabic: from 0 to 1000 (with a table)
How to count in Lebanese Arabic: digits 0–10, tens, hundreds and thousands, in Arabizi and Arabic script — plus how to ask a price and give a phone number.
17 July 2026Read - Guide6 min
How to choose an Arabic tutor: the essential questions
A guide to choosing the right Arabic tutor: what to ask about experience, method, price, format and results — plus the red flags to avoid.
17 July 2026Read - Guide5 min
How long does it take to learn Lebanese Arabic?
How much time you need to speak Lebanese Arabic: duration per level (A1–C2), hours per week and what affects your pace. Realistic estimates.
16 July 2026Read - Kids5 min
Arabic courses for kids: a parent's guide
From what age kids can learn Lebanese Arabic, what a lesson looks like, which methods work and how to help at home. A practical parent's guide.
16 July 2026Read - Pricing5 min
How much do Lebanese Arabic courses cost in 2026?
Lebanese Arabic course prices: monthly group or discounted pay-in-full, private lessons, kids course and the free trial. No hidden fees.
16 July 2026Read - Beginners7 min
The Arabic Alphabet: 28 Letters, Pronunciation & Why You Can Speak Without It
The full table of all 28 Arabic letters, each with its name and sound. Right-to-left writing, how letters change shape inside a word, and the sounds that don't exist in English (ح, ع, ق) — from a native Lebanese teacher.
16 July 2026Read - Beginners5 min
What is Arabizi and how to use it (with a table)
Arabizi is Arabic written with Latin letters and numbers. What 2, 3, 5, 7 mean, how to read it and why it's the fastest way to start speaking Lebanese.
16 July 2026Read - Culture6 min
Lebanese culture: customs, food and traditions
A warm guide to Lebanese culture: hospitality, food (mezze, tabbouleh, kibbeh), music and traditions — the living context behind the language.
16 July 2026Read - Beginners4 min
How to Greet in Lebanese Arabic: Mar7aba, Kifak & When to Use Each
From 'Mar7aba' to 'yalla bye': the greetings you hear daily in Lebanon, with Arabizi pronunciation, Arabic script and the right moment for each — including the masculine and feminine forms.
16 July 2026Read - Beginners6 min
The first 20 Lebanese Arabic phrases (with pronunciation)
The 20 most useful Lebanese phrases for beginners — greetings, politeness, café, taxi — written in Arabizi with pronunciation and translation.
16 July 2026Read - Guide7 min
Lebanese Arabic vs Standard Arabic (MSA): what do you learn?
A clear comparison between Lebanese Arabic (dialect) and Standard Arabic (Fusha/MSA): practical uses, difficulty, cultural context and which course to choose.
15 July 2026Read - Guide8 min
How to learn Lebanese Arabic in 2026: a beginner's guide
A step-by-step guide to learning Lebanese Arabic: the difference from Standard Arabic (Fusha), how long it takes, the best methods, common mistakes and useful phrases.
10 July 2026Read