Are you eager to build a strong foundation in Urdu and communicate effectively in real-life situations? “Urdu for Beginners” is designed to help you move confidently from a beginner to an intermediate level, developing the essential language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Through engaging conversations, vocabulary building, and grammar explanations, this course combines structured lessons with practical cultural insights, enabling you to explore the rich heritage of Pakistan and the Urdu-speaking regions of India.

By the end of this course, you’ll have the tools to communicate in Urdu with confidence and accuracy, deepening your cultural awareness along the way.

Course Outline:

Unit 1: Introduction to Urdu Language and Script

• Introduction to Urdu sounds and alphabet
• Basic greetings and simple introductions
• Understanding gender in Urdu nouns
• Writing and pronouncing simple words

Unit 2: Building Simple Sentences

• Constructing sentences with common verbs and nouns
• Learning the present tense for regular verbs
• Vocabulary: Everyday objects and activities
• Practice: Introducing yourself and others

Unit 3: Numbers, Dates, and Time

• Counting and using numbers in conversation
• Days of the week, months, and telling time
• Asking and answering questions about time
• Vocabulary: Numbers, days, and common phrases related to time

Unit 4: Describing People and Places

• Adjectives for colours, size, and shapes
• Talking about family and friends
• Describing familiar places (home, school, etc.)
• Practice: Describing a family member or a friend

Unit 5: Everyday Activities

• Vocabulary: Daily routines and activities
• Talking about likes, dislikes, and hobbies
• Using simple verbs in different contexts
• Listening activity: Everyday conversations

Unit 6: Asking Questions and Giving Directions

• Formulating yes/no and information questions
• Vocabulary: Common locations (market, park, etc.)
• Giving and understanding basic directions
• Practice: Role-play asking for and giving directions

Unit 7: Shopping and Bargaining

• Vocabulary: Shopping items and money
• Talking about prices and quantities
• Bargaining and polite expressions in the market
• Listening activity: Conversations in a market setting

Unit 8: Food and Dining

• Vocabulary: Common foods and drinks
• Ordering food in a restaurant
• Discussing likes, dislikes, and dietary preferences
• Practice: Role-play ordering food and describing dishes

Unit 9: Describing Weather and Seasons

• Vocabulary: Weather-related words and seasons
• Talking about the current weather
• Describing your favourite season
• Listening activity: Conversations about weather

Unit 10: Health and Emergencies

• Vocabulary: Body parts, illnesses, and common symptoms
• Describing how you feel and asking for help
• Basic emergency phrases
• Practice: Role-play a visit to a doctor

Unit 11: Expressing Preferences and Opinions

• Expressing likes, dislikes, and preferences
• Using simple phrases to share opinions
• Practice: Discussing favorite activities and interests

Unit 12: Making Future Plans

• Vocabulary: Days, months, and future events
• Talking about future plans and goals
• Using future tense verbs
• Listening activity: Conversations about future plans

Unit 13: Celebrations and Cultural Traditions

• Vocabulary: Festivals, celebrations, and cultural terms
• Discussing popular festivals in Urdu-speaking regions
• Expressing good wishes and congratulations
• Culture Note: Pakistani and Indian Urdu-speaking traditions

Unit 14: Travel and Transportation

• Vocabulary: Modes of transportation
• Asking for and giving travel information
• Describing a past or future trip
• Practice: Role-play buying a ticket or asking for travel information

Unit 15: Review and Reinforcement

• Comprehensive review of all units
• Grammar practice and vocabulary reinforcement
• Listening and speaking exercises to solidify learning

Unit 16: Engaging in Authentic Conversations

• Practicing conversations in various settings
• Role-play scenarios for travel, shopping, and dining
• Focus on building fluency and confidence

Unit 17: Final Assessment and Reflection

• Test Yourself: Comprehensive review exercise
• Reflect on learning progress and achievements
• Tips for continued learning and practice beyond the course

Open to all

Instructor

Mawlana Nadir Raza al-Qadiri

Course Duration

24 weeks

Tuesday Evenings

Pre-requisites

None

Location

Online

Course Fee

£150