Lsaan · لسان

Arabic for non-Arabic speakers

Speak Arabic in one year, taught by native teachers

A step-by-step course built on the Al-Kisai curriculum: short video lessons, written summaries, listening quizzes and study groups, from the alphabet to real conversation.

Cancel any time during the trial and you won't be charged.

لِسَان

lisān — tongue, and language

  1. لlām
  2. سsīn
  3. اalif
  4. نnūn
In Arabic, لسان means the tongue, and also the language itself: لسان العرب, “the language of the Arabs”.
ل

It starts with 28 letters

lām

/l/

Hover or tap a letter to see its name.

The curriculum

Four levels, one direction: speaking

Each level builds on the one before. Finish all four and you can hold everyday conversations, read short texts and keep learning on your own.

  1. 1Level 1

    Reading & writing foundations

    بَابٌ · قَلَمٌ · كِتَابٌ

    bābun · qalamun · kitābun

    15 units · 28 lessons · 15 quizzes

    Explore level 1
  2. 2Level 2

    Sentence building & everyday language

    هٰذَا بَيْتٌ كَبِيرٌ

    hādhā baytun kabīr

    20 units · 38 lessons · 39 quizzes

    Explore level 2
  3. 3Level 3

    Tenses, questions & connected speech

    مَاذَا فَعَلْتَ أَمْسِ؟

    mādhā faʿalta ams?

    17 units · 42 lessons · 33 quizzes

    Explore level 3
  4. 4Level 4

    Real dialogues & advanced grammar

    كَيْفَ حَالُكَ؟ بِخَيْرٍ، وَالْحَمْدُ لِلّٰهِ

    kayfa ḥāluk? bi-khayr, wal-ḥamdu lillāh

    22 units · 45 lessons · 41 quizzes

    Explore level 4

Inside every lesson

Watch, read, check yourself

  1. 1

    Video explanation

    A native teacher explains the lesson in clear, slow Arabic with English support at the beginner levels.

  2. 2

    Written summary

    The key points of the video on one page, so you can review without rewatching.

  3. 3

    Short quiz

    Listening and reading questions with audio, so you know what stuck before moving on.

Why learners choose Lsaan

  • Native teachers

    Every lesson is taught by native Arabic speakers who bring the language and its culture with them.

  • Faith and culture

    Whether you learn for the Qur'an, for work or for family, lessons connect the language to its Islamic and Arab context.

  • A proven curriculum

    The Al-Kisai method takes you from the letters to fluency in a fixed order, so you always know what comes next.

  • Study groups

    Practise with other students and ask teachers questions between lessons.

  • Private tutoring

    Book one-to-one sessions when you want feedback on your own goals.

  • Any device, any time

    Lessons work on your phone, tablet or computer, around the clock.

students
3,000+
countries
20+
satisfaction
98%
levels taught
16+

What students say

  • “I studied 4 books with Ustadh Abdullah. I started speaking Arabic, learned how to form correct sentences, and improved my vocabulary and grammar. His explanations are clear and simple.”

    Abu Noah · Kazakhstan

  • “I really appreciated his serious methodology: straight to the point, practical, and full of useful vocabulary. I learned so much, may Allah reward him.”

    Rachid · France

  • “I studied the AlKisai program for almost two years. The teaching methods are very clear and beneficial, and he explains the books in an easy, effective way.”

    Abdullah · Uzbekistan

  • “I've reached level 10 and gained strong skills in grammar and spoken Arabic. It's a huge blessing to have such high-quality teaching without needing to travel.”

    Hajset Abu Abdur-Rahman · Russia

  • “I really love Ustadh Abdullah's teaching style and knowledge. I've gained so much benefit and ask Allah to bless this work.”

    Aman Abu Aisha · Kazakhstan

  • “The methodology is excellent, the teacher is very experienced, and the lessons are clear and enjoyable. I'm at level 10 and loving it.”

    Medet Bijanov · Kazakhstan

Pricing

Try every level free for 3 days

One subscription opens all four levels. Choose how often you pay.

Monthly

$9.99/ month

$24.99 · Launch price

  • All four levels
  • Written summaries
  • Quizzes with audio
  • Study groups
  • Student support
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Quarterly

Save 17%

$24.99/ 3 months

$69.99 · Launch price

  • All four levels
  • Written summaries
  • Quizzes with audio
  • Study groups
  • Student support
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Annual

Best value

$59.99/ year

$149.99 · Launch price

  • All four levels
  • Written summaries
  • Quizzes with audio
  • Study groups
  • Student support
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Questions, answered

Who is Lsaan for?

Non-Arabic speakers of any age who want to learn Arabic and speak it, whatever their mother tongue.

How is Lsaan different from other Arabic platforms?

Native Arabic-speaking teachers, a proven step-by-step curriculum (Al-Kisai), videos with written summaries and audio quizzes, and the option of private one-to-one tutoring.

What do I get with the 3-day free trial?

Full access to every lesson, summary and quiz in all four levels. If you cancel during the trial you pay nothing.

How long does the course take?

The four levels are designed to be completed in about a year at a steady pace. You can go faster or slower.

Can I learn on my phone?

Yes. Lessons, summaries and quizzes work on phones, tablets and computers.

Do I get a certificate?

Yes, you receive a certificate when you complete each level.

How do I cancel?

From your account page, at any time. You keep access until the end of the period you paid for.

We'd love to hear from you

Private sessions, questions, suggestions or a problem with your account. Write to us and we'll reply by email.