Learn Jordanian Arabic Online with a Certified Arabic Online Tutor: Jordanian Arabic is the language you hear in Amman cafés, Irbid markets, and on the road to Petra and Wadi Rum. If you want to understand everyday Jordanian Arabic and speak with confidence, learning online with a certified native tutor is one of the most effective ways to get started.
At Study Arabic Online, our Jordanian Arabic courses focus on speaking. You study one-to-one with a certified, experienced native Levantine Arabic tutor who adapts each lesson to your level, goals, and schedule. Jordanian Arabic is a variety of Levantine Arabic, often called Shami Arabic. It is also part of what Arabic speakers commonly call Ammiyya, meaning spoken or colloquial Arabic. Levantine Arabic includes Jordanian, Palestinian, Syrian, and Lebanese varieties.
Lessons are fully online and flexible, with between 2 and 20 hours per week depending on how fast you want to progress. Beginners, returning learners, and advanced students are all welcome.
Book a Free Jordanian Arabic Trial Lesson Online
Start your Jordanian Arabic journey with a free online trial lesson. Meet a certified native Jordanian Arabic tutor, discuss your goals, and experience personalized lessons focused on spoken Jordanian Arabic, everyday conversation, pronunciation, and useful expressions. Whether you are a beginner or already know some Arabic, your lessons are adapted to your level and needs.
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Why Learn Jordanian Arabic Online?
Most people who want to learn Jordanian Arabic have a concrete reason. Some are moving to Amman for work or study. Some have a Jordanian partner, in-laws, or friends and want to follow the conversation at family gatherings. Others are planning a trip and want to do more than point at menus.
Whatever the reason, the goal is usually the same: to understand people when they talk and to be understood in return. Modern Standard Arabic alone will not do that in a Jordanian taxi or living room. Spoken Jordanian Arabic will.
Studying online means you can start now, wherever you live, without waiting for a local class or a move abroad. Your tutor brings the dialect to you, and you can practice it in short, regular sessions that fit around your job or studies.
Learning Jordanian Arabic online can help you:
- talk with Jordanian family, friends and colleagues in their own dialect
- prepare for living, working or studying in Jordan
- travel around the country with more independence
- follow everyday conversations, TV and social media
- build listening and speaking skills that Modern Standard Arabic courses rarely cover
What Is Jordanian Arabic?
Jordanian Arabic is a spoken variety of Levantine Arabic. In the region, Levantine Arabic is often called Shami Arabic, and spoken Arabic in general is called Ammiyya, meaning the everyday language of ordinary people rather than the formal written standard.
Jordanian Arabic is not a single uniform variety. Amman speech is shaped by the many communities that have settled in the capital, and it is very close to Palestinian Arabic. Outside the big cities, rural and Bedouin varieties have their own sounds and vocabulary. One well-known example is the letter qaf, which many Jordanians pronounce as a hard “g”, so the word for “he said” sounds like “gal” rather than “qal”. In urban Amman you will also hear the glottal stop version, “‘al”.
Our Jordanian Arabic courses concentrate on the practical spoken Arabic of everyday Jordanian life. Your tutor will point out regional differences when they matter, so you can recognize them when you hear them, while giving you one clear, widely understood way to speak.
Learn Jordanian Arabic with a Certified Native Arabic Tutor
You learn a dialect by hearing it and using it. Grammar tables and word lists help, but they cannot tell you how a phrase actually sounds, when it is polite, or what a Jordanian would say instead. A native tutor can.
With a certified Arabic online tutor, you get:
- a native speaker who models natural Jordanian pronunciation and rhythm
- immediate correction of pronunciation and grammar mistakes
- vocabulary chosen for the situations you will actually face
- real conversations from the first lessons, at a level that suits you
- explanations of expressions, gestures of politeness and cultural habits
- a lesson plan built around your goals, not a fixed textbook sequence
Our approach is simple: speak early and speak often. Your certified Jordanian Arabic tutor introduces new language in context, gives you plenty of time to use it, and then builds on it in the next lesson. Reading and writing are included as well, so you can handle text messages, signs, and menus, but the focus stays on spoken communication.
Our Online Jordanian Arabic Courses
Every course is taught one-to-one and can be adjusted as you go. These are the main programs our students choose.
Beginner Jordanian Arabic Course
Designed for learners with no prior Arabic experience. You start with the sounds of Arabic, the alphabet, and the most useful words and phrases. Within the first few weeks, you will greet people, introduce yourself, talk about your family and job, order food, and ask for prices. See our beginner Levantine Arabic lessons for more.
Intermediate Jordanian Arabic Course
For learners who already know the basics, perhaps from an MSA course or a stay in the region, but who still struggle to follow real conversations. Intermediate lessons expand your vocabulary, strengthen your grammar, and train your ear so that spoken Jordanian Arabic becomes easier to understand at normal speed.
Advanced Jordanian Arabic Course
For confident speakers who want to sound more natural and discuss more complex subjects. In advanced lessons, you can work on idioms, storytelling, opinions and debate, workplace language, or topics drawn from Jordanian society, news and culture.
Jordanian Arabic Conversation Course
If your main aim is to talk, this course gives you as much speaking time as possible. Each session is built around discussion, role plays and real-life scenarios, with your tutor correcting and expanding your language as you speak.
Jordanian Arabic for Travel
A practical course for visitors. You learn the language you need for hotels, restaurants, taxis, buses, shops, and sightseeing, from bargaining in a souq in downtown Amman to chatting with your guide in Petra or Wadi Rum.
What Will You Learn in the Jordanian Arabic Course?
Your exact syllabus depends on your level and goals. Typical topics include:
- Jordanian pronunciation, including the sounds that are new to most learners
- greetings, introductions and polite expressions
- everyday vocabulary for home, work and free time
- common Jordanian expressions and how to use them
- numbers, prices, dates and telling the time
- family and relationships
- food, cafés and restaurants
- shopping and bargaining
- getting around by taxi and bus
- asking for and giving directions
- daily routines and making plans
- Jordanian culture, hospitality and social customs
Across all topics, you develop four skills: speaking, listening, reading and writing. Speaking and listening take the most time because they make real conversations possible.
Jordanian Arabic vs. Palestinian, Syrian and Lebanese Arabic
Jordanian, Palestinian, Syrian, and Lebanese Arabic are the four main varieties of Levantine Arabic. They share most of their grammar and much of their everyday vocabulary, so speakers across the Levant understand each other without difficulty.
The differences show up mainly in:
- pronunciation, such as the “g” sound for qaf in wide Jordanian varieties
- certain everyday words and expressions
- intonation and accent
- the influence of local history, for example, the strong Palestinian element in Amman
Jordanian Arabic is especially close to Palestinian Arabic. Learning it gives you a solid base for understanding Syrian and Lebanese Arabic too, and for switching to another Levantine variety later if your plans change.
Who Can Learn Jordanian Arabic Online?
Our Jordanian Arabic courses suit many kinds of learners, including:
- complete beginners
- students of Modern Standard Arabic who want to speak
- people moving to Jordan for work or study
- travelers planning a trip to Jordan
- partners and relatives of Jordanian families
- heritage learners reconnecting with their family’s language
- aid workers, diplomats and NGO staff
- researchers and university students
- professionals working with Jordanian partners
- anyone curious about Levantine Arabic
No previous knowledge of Arabic is needed.
Why Learn Jordanian Arabic with a Certified Online Tutor?
Studying with Study Arabic Online combines the flexibility of online learning with the support of a dedicated teacher. Our students value:
- Certified tutors: trained teachers who know how to make Arabic understandable for non-native speakers.
- Native speakers: tutors who grew up speaking Levantine Arabic and teach it as it is really spoken.
- One-to-one lessons: your class time is entirely focused on you.
- Flexible scheduling: choose lesson times that fit your week, with 2 to 20 hours of lessons per week.
- Personalized programs: lessons shaped around your level, interests, and reasons for learning.
- All levels: courses from complete beginner to advanced.
- A speaking focus: active practice in every lesson.
- Learning from anywhere: all you need is a computer or tablet and an internet connection.
Choose the Right Jordanian Arabic Course for You
Here is a brief overview of the available options:
1. Jordanian Arabic Online Course
Jordanian Online Course: Study Arabic Online offers a range of Jordanian Arabic online programs tailored to help non-Arabic-speaking expatriates integrate. Our one-to-one Arabic online courses emphasize practical conversation and focus on vocabulary relevant to daily situations. Jordanian Arabic, also known as Jordanian Colloquial Arabic (Ammiya Jordanian Arabic) or simply Jordanian, is a variant of Arabic spoken in Jordan. It falls under Levantine Arabic (Shami Arabic), a group of Arabic dialects spoken in the Levant, including Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, and Palestine.
Unlike Modern Standard Arabic, which is used in formal settings and written communication, Jordanian Arabic is the spoken language of everyday conversation. It reflects the local culture and incorporates colloquial expressions specific to Jordan. Proficiency in Jordanian Arabic is especially advantageous for expatriates or anyone seeking to communicate effectively with the local Jordanian community.
2. Studying Levantine Arabic Online
Studying Levantine Arabic Online: Levantine Arabic, also known as Shami Arabic or the Ammiyya dialect, is a fantastic option for those who want to learn this widely spoken and increasingly important dialect from the comfort of their home. Spoken by approximately 42 million people across Jordan, Palestine, Lebanon, and Syria, Levantine Arabic is a cornerstone of the Levant region. People across the broader Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region can easily understand it.
This dialect bridges linguistic gaps, enabling communication with people in countries like Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia, and the Gulf states. Studying Levantine Arabic online lets you immerse yourself in the language, practice with other learners, and build the skills needed to connect with diverse communities across the Arab world.
3. Online Arabic for Kids and Teens
Online Arabic for Kids: Study Arabic Online offers online Arabic courses for children and young people aged 10 to 17. Perfect for anyone eager to learn about the Arabic language and culture, these elementary classes differ from adult learning in content as well as teaching method; e.g., image recognition and game play a huge role, as well as the ability to access children’s Arabic digital media, including TV shows, books, and articles on a wide range of subjects.
Learn Jordanian Arabic Online: Course Overview
| Course Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Online lesson platform | Zoom, Skype, WhatsApp, or another platform of your choice |
| Course length | 10 to 100 hours, chosen by the student |
| Hours per week | 2 to 20, flexible |
| Length of one lesson hour | 45 minutes |
| Cost of 10 hours | See our fees and payment options |
| Class size | Private one-to-one |
| Participants | Learners aged 12 to 75 |
| Days of the week | Saturday to Friday |
| Levels | 6 levels, from starter to advanced |
| Lesson times | Flexible, agreed between student and tutor |
| Variety taught | Jordanian Arabic, part of the Levantine (Shami) Ammiyya family |
| University credit | Available |
| Learning materials | Provided as PDF |
How the Online Jordanian Arabic Course Works
1. Book a Free Trial Lesson
Meet your tutor online, talk about your goals and current level, and experience the teaching style before committing.
2. Choose Your Program
Decide how many hours per week and which course type suits you best. Our pricing page lists all the options.
3. Start Your Lessons
Begin your personalized Jordanian Arabic lessons with your tutor at the times you agreed.
4. Practice Between Lessons
Review your vocabulary, complete short exercises, and use what you learned in real situations, so each new lesson builds on solid ground.
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Start Learning Jordanian Arabic Online Today
Jordanian Arabic opens doors that formal Arabic alone cannot. It is the language of family dinners in Amman, of friendly haggling in the souq and of long conversations over sweet tea, and learning it lets you take part in those moments instead of watching from the outside. With a certified native tutor guiding you, the dialect becomes something you use, not just something you study.
At Study Arabic Online, we shape every Jordanian Arabic course around you. You choose your level, your schedule, and your goals, and your tutor builds lessons that move you forward step by step, from your first greetings to confident, natural conversation. Because Jordanian Arabic is part of the wider Levantine family, the skills you develop will also help you understand Palestinian, Syrian, and Lebanese speakers.
Whether you are preparing for life in Amman, a trip across Jordan, or simply want better conversations with Jordanians in your life, now is a great time to begin. Book your free trial lesson, meet your tutor, and take the first step toward speaking Jordanian Arabic with confidence.
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