If you are planning to learn Jordanian Arabic, spend time in Jordan, volunteer, study, or simply learn more about Jordanian culture, the resources below can help you prepare for your experience.
1. Partner Organizations & Volunteer Opportunities
- EC Jordan β Volunteer opportunities, cultural experiences, and programs in Jordan.
- Volunteer in Jordan β Information and opportunities for people interested in volunteering and experiencing life in Jordan.
- Jordanian Arabic β Resources and programs focused on learning Jordanian Arabic and experiencing Jordanian culture.
2. Jordanian Arabic & Cultural Programs
- Learn Jordanian Arabic Online β Online Jordanian Arabic lessons for students who want to learn the spoken dialect from experienced Jordanian teachers.
- OpenArabic β Jordanian Arabic Resources β A collection of Jordanian Arabic learning resources, vocabulary, dictionaries, and information about the dialect.
- Peace Corps β Arabic in Jordan β Free learning materials focused on everyday Arabic used in Jordan.
3. Tourism & Cultural Resources
- Visit Jordan β Jordan Tourism Board β The official tourism website of Jordan, with information about destinations, attractions, activities, culture, and travel planning.
- Jordan Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities β Official information about Jordan’s tourism attractions, archaeological sites, heritage, tourism services, and national initiatives.
- Jordan Museums β Official information about museums throughout Jordan, including the Jordan Museum, Petra Museum, Royal Automobile Museum, and archaeological museums.
- The Jordan Museum β A major cultural and historical resource showcasing Jordan’s archaeological and cultural heritage.
- Jordan Trail β The long-distance hiking trail connecting Umm Qais in northern Jordan with Aqaba in the south.
4. Study Abroad, Volunteering & Program Reviews
- International Volunteer HQ β Volunteer opportunities in Jordan, including community and educational projects.
- Workaway β A worldwide cultural exchange platform where travelers can find work-exchange and volunteer opportunities, including opportunities in Jordan.
- Study in Jordan β Find cultural exchange and volunteer opportunities with hosts around Jordan and worldwide.
5. Arabic Language Learning Resources
Jordanian Arabic & Levantine Arabic
- OpenArabic β Jordanian Arabic β Jordanian Arabic vocabulary, resources, and information about the dialect.
- Reddit β r/learnarabic β An online community where Arabic learners can ask questions, discuss dialects, and share learning resources.
- Duolingo Forum β Community discussions, learning advice, and resources for Arabic learners.
- Learn Jordanian Arabic Online β Online one-to-one Jordanian Arabic lessons focused on practical spoken Arabic and real-life communication.
6. Travel & Volunteer Networks
- Go Overseas β Explore volunteer opportunities, reviews, and information about traveling and volunteering abroad.
- GoAbroad β Search for volunteer, study abroad, and cultural programs in Jordan.
- Visit Jordan β The official tourism resource for planning a trip to Jordan.
7. Arabic Vocabulary & Word Learning Websites
1. Flashcards & Spaced Repetition Tools
- Noji β Arabic Flashcards β Arabic vocabulary flashcards with audio and spaced repetition.
- Brainscape β Arabic Vocabulary β Smart flashcards for learning Arabic vocabulary using spaced repetition.
- Flashcardo β Arabic Flashcards β Printable and online flashcards covering basic and commonly used Arabic vocabulary.
2. Word Lists & Visual Vocabulary
- Learn Arabic Words β Arabic vocabulary resources featuring pictures, pronunciation, audio, and transliteration.
- SelfArabic β Arabic vocabulary lists, pronunciation resources, and quizzes for language learners.
3. Context-Based Vocabulary Practice
- Clozemaster β Arabic β Learn Arabic vocabulary through sentences and context to improve retention and comprehension.
4. Interactive & AI-Based Vocabulary Tools
- Talkpal AI β AI-powered language learning and conversation practice for Arabic learners.
5. Advanced & Specialized Vocabulary Resources
- Lingualism β Arabic learning materials, ebooks, audio resources, and Anki flashcards for learners of Modern Standard and Levantine Arabic.
- OpenArabic β Jordanian Arabic Resources β A useful starting point for learners specifically interested in Jordanian Arabic.
8. Why Learn Jordanian Arabic?
Learning Jordanian Arabic can be particularly useful if you plan to live, work, study, volunteer, or travel in Jordan.
Modern Standard Arabic is important for formal situations, writing, news, and education, but everyday conversations in Jordan are conducted in spoken Arabic. Learning the local dialect allows you to communicate more naturally with people and better understand everyday conversations and expressions.
Jordanian Arabic is part of the broader Levantine Arabic family and is closely related to Palestinian, Syrian, and Lebanese Arabic. However, learning Jordanian Arabic gives students the opportunity to communicate specifically with people in Jordan and become more familiar with Jordanian culture and everyday life.
Whether your goal is to visit Amman, Petra, Wadi Rum, Aqaba, Irbid, Madaba, Jerash, Ajloun, or another part of Jordan, learning Jordanian Arabic can make your experience more personal and rewarding.