"If you board the wrong train, it is no use running along the corridor in the other direction."To board the right train and to save the trouble of running in the other direction, you must know how to ask and give directions in Urdu while living or traveling across the Urdu-speaking lands. Nevertheless, the process of learning Urdu directions will require some effort on your part. Here, we’ll introduce you to a few key words, phrases, and sentences to help empower you as you learn Urdu directions. Table of Contents Why is it Important to Study Giving and Asking for Directions? Learning the Four Cardinal Directions in Urdu The Intercardinal Directions in Urdu How to Read a Map in Urdu Indispensable Directional and... Show more

Shakespeare wrote: "One good deed dying tongueless slaughters a thousand waiting upon that." He continues, "Our praises are our wages." The universality of this maxim can’t be undermined as it’s equally applicable to all cultures. Compliments in Urdu are also considered a significant social craft, and they are some of the most influential instruments in acquiring social acceptability. Due to their innate motivation, the rewards are great and immediate. You don’t have to be an adroit Urdu linguist to give a compliment in Urdu, but rather a genuine situation-reader. In Pakistan, giving compliments in different situations is quite customary; therefore, the Urdu language is replete with a variety of beautiful compliments in Urdu to make your... Show more

It’s an established fact that anger, like all other human emotions, is something that everyone experiences. This emotion is well-known for its potential destructiveness, but properly channeling one’s anger can actually be beneficial. Communicating your anger, or other negative emotions, with others can help you feel better—it may also make the other party feel bad about how they hurt you, whether they meant to or not. In this way, anger has the potential to be constructive instead of destructive. This is as true in Pakistani society as it is anywhere else in the world. Pakistani people tend to curse in Urdu if the situation warrants it. And of course, they have their own swear words in the Urdu language to express their angry feelings. ... Show more

What is the most defining moment you will face this year? From memories that you immortalize in a million photographs, to days you never wish to remember, one thing's for certain: big life events change you. The great poet, Bukowski, said, "We are here to laugh at the odds and live our lives so well, that death will tremble to take us." The older I get, the more I agree with him! Talking about significant events in our lives is part of every person's journey, regardless of creed or culture. If you're planning to stay in for more than a quick visit, you're sure to need at least a few 'life events' phrases that you can use. After all, many of these are shared experiences, and it's generally expected that we will show up with good manners... Show more

Did you know that every minute of the day, one billion tons of rain falls on the earth? Hard to believe, considering the climate crisis! Of course, all that rain is not equally shared across the planet. So, would you mention this fascinating fact to your new acquaintance? Well, small talk about local weather is actually a great conversation-starter. Everyone cares about the weather and you’re sure to hear a few interesting opinions! Seasons can be quite unpredictable these days and nobody knows the peculiarities of a region better than the locals. UrduPod101 will equip you with all the weather vocabulary you need to plan your next adventure. The weather can even be an important discussion that influences your adventure plans. After... Show more

Did you know there are many different types of calendars? As you probably know - a calendar is a system of organizing days in weeks and months for specific purposes, according to Wikipedia. Worldwide, most countries use the Gregorian calendar. Some just work on the same framework, meaning that time is divided into units based on the earth's movement around the sun - the "solar calendar". Other calendars keep time by observing the moon's movements, a combination of the moon and the sun's movements, and seasons. Through UrduPod101, you can learn all about this and so much more! Our themed, culturally relevant lessons are skillfully designed so you can do your planning perfectly for a holiday or a date. Having a good plan for a visit or... Show more

Family is one of the most powerful and influential social institutions in Pakistan. It has certain emotional and economic factors that invigorate its roots in Urdu culture. People are ready to jeopardize anything when it comes to their family; therefore, knowing the prevalent familial system and its values can empower you to be a good fit in Pakistani society. If you want to win the heart of someone, be smart enough to explore the vocabulary for talking about family in Urdu. By doing so, you can always increase your chances to break through the walls of indifference and become personal with Urdu people.In this article, you will learn many Urdu words and phrases concerning the questions and queries such as the Urdu word for family,... Show more

The reasons behind your journey to Pakistan may vary but the significance of our set of Urdu travel phrases does not. Regardless of the factors that have triggered your travel, you will find these Urdu phrases for travelers highly beneficial. Whether the growing Pakistani business sector has attracted you or the developing tourism industry of Pakistan, your need to equip yourself with some easy Urdu travel phrases  and selected Urdu travel words remains unaltered as these can make your stay productively enjoyable. In this article, you will learn about some inevitable basic Urdu travel phrases along with a list of travel words in English and Urdu. It will also guide you about certain must-know Urdu travel words and phrases that can... Show more

Especially if you're planning a prolonged visit to , using the correct Urdu numbers for counting in Urdu could be very important! Number systems are the other alphabet in any language. In fact, it is a language all of its own, and it serves a multitude of excellent purposes. Table of Contents A Brief History of Counting and Number Systems Why is it Important to Learn Urdu Numbers? Learning Urdu Numbers Why Choose UrduPod101 to Learn all about Urdu Numbers? 1. A Brief History of Counting and Number Systems 1. The Ishango Bone The origin of counting, and with it numbers, is not clear to historians. While their art showed that prehistoric man had a concept of numbers, the first indication of a formal system was found to be only... Show more

So, your Urdu language skills are really shaping up. You can hold basic conversations in the workplace and at the restaurant, you’ve made a few casual friends, and your confidence level is at an all-time high...until you find yourself struggling to keep up during informal conversations or in the virtual communication sphere.  If this sounds like you, it’s time to beef up your lexicon with Urdu internet slang phrases and other terms used in casual conversations.  Learning Urdu slang will enable you to develop and maintain strong relationships with native Urdu speakers in Pakistan and also provide you with the opportunity to remain relevant and current. It will also help you eradicate any redundancy in your daily... Show more