Understand the language of the Quran
Basic Arabic Language Course Online
Our basic Arabic course helps beginners understand the language of the Quran: common Quranic vocabulary, simple grammar (nouns, verbs, pronouns, sentence structure) and reading short passages with meaning. It suits students who can already read Arabic script and want to understand what they recite.
- Level
- Beginner
- Suitable for
- Kids 8+ and adults
- Typical length
- Usually 6 months for the foundation level
- Class length
- 30 minutes, 1-on-1
- Where
- Live on Zoom or Google Meet
What you will learn
- Learn the most frequent words in the Quran
- Understand nouns, verbs, pronouns and simple sentence structure
- Understand the meaning of the short surahs you recite in Salah
- Build a foundation for further Arabic or Tafseer study
Who is this course for?
- Students who can read the Quran and want to understand it
- Parents and adults who want to understand their Salah
- Older children preparing for further Islamic studies
Course outline
- 1
Quranic vocabulary
High-frequency words and roots
- 2
Nouns & pronouns
Gender, number and attached pronouns
- 3
Verbs
Past, present and command forms
- 4
Sentence structure
Nominal and verbal sentences
- 5
Reading with meaning
Short surahs and everyday duas
Basic Arabic Language: common questions
More answers on our FAQ page.
Last updated · Al Noor Online Quran Academy
Do I need to read Arabic before starting the Arabic course?
Yes, you should be able to read Arabic script. If you can't yet, start with Noorani Qaida — many students take both courses one after the other.
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