Some people say that Urdu is easy to learn, while others claim that Urdu is difficult.  Who are these people, and why should you believe them? Is it hard to learn Urdu, or easy?  Ask yourself these fundamental questions, and you may discover that the answers aren’t so straightforward.  At this stage, say goodbye to assumptions and taking others at their word. Instead, figure out the answers to these questions yourself as you begin your Urdu language-learning journey. It’s very likely that you’ll find some aspects of the language quite difficult and others much easier—this is normal when you start learning a language.  Due to its completely different writing script, Urdu tends to be a struggle for native English-speakers and... Show more

"The price of inaction is far greater than the cost of making a mistake." — Meister Eckhart As a learner of a foreign language, you should always opt to make mistakes instead of keeping quiet. While no one enjoys making mistakes, they’re an inevitable part of language-learning, and every successful learner has made them. Just remember that it’s important to learn from those mistakes so as not to repeat them!  In this article, we’ll outline the most common mistakes Urdu-learners make and how to avoid them.  But before we start, a quick note: If you’re an Urdu-learner, you’ll come to know at some point that even native Pakistanis are susceptible to making mistakes in their own language. For example, many Pakistanis are unable to... Show more

"To be or not to be, that is the question."  Prince Hamlet’s famous question not only immortalized his theatrical character, but also eternalized the dialogic brilliance of Shakespeare in the world of English drama. This question further elevates the character of Hamlet when you consider the proposal rightly put forward by Voltaire: "Judge a man by his questions rather than by his answers." In this article, you’ll learn the most common questions and answers in Urdu. For asking questions and understanding the answers you receive is a vital element of communication. This knowledge will help eliminate ignorance, increase your understanding, and strengthen your bonds with others.   With this in mind, muscle up and learn how to ask... Show more

Do you think that the cut-and-dry grammar and complex syntaxes are the only important aspects of learning a language? If so, let us introduce you to an equally effective linguistic approach that will help you start using Urdu faster: learning the most common Urdu language sentence structures and patterns.  Without undermining the due significance of traditional language-learning methods, it’s important to be flexible and tailor your studies to your personal needs. This is a small step that can have huge results!  As a smart Urdu student, think outside the box and learn some widely used sentence patterns in English and Urdu for everyday communications. Once you’ve learned these well, you can even start improvising to craft your own... Show more

In this article, we’re going to cover one of the most crucial topics in Urdu language learning: Urdu verb conjugation. Having learned the basics of Urdu verbs, you may be able to hold basic conversations; however, in order to become a non-native advanced Urdu expert, you need to strengthen your grip on verb conjugation in Urdu. You should also become familiar with Urdu grammar tenses.   → Before continuing, we recommend that you read our article on the 100+ Must-Know Urdu Verbs and check out our lesson on the Top 25 Urdu Verbs for Beginners. Table of Contents Why is it Important to Study Urdu Verb Conjugation? What is Conjugation? Verb Groups Bonus for the Ambitious Learners Some Rare Irregular Urdu Verbs Rehearse with... Show more

You don’t have to be a practicing grammarian in order to know the significance of the Urdu verb in a sentence or to realize the need to learn English verb tenses in Urdu. As is the case in many other major languages, learning the proper usage of verbs in different sentences or phrases is a huge step toward excellence in the Urdu language. Here, in this article, we’ll wade through a simple Urdu verbs list and give you some information on Urdu verbs conjugation (though we’ll soon have a separate article on the latter). Are you ready to learn Urdu verbs and enhance your language skills? Let’s get started! Table of Contents Why is it Important to Study 100+ Common Verbs? Verb Grouping According to Ending Syllables Placement... Show more

Learning the must-know pronouns in Urdu is essential because they substitute nouns to avoid unnecessary repetition and increase overall clarity in writing and speaking. As a non-native, being able to correctly use pronouns in Urdu conversations will allow you to sound more natural and reasonable. In this article, we’ll teach you everything you need to know about this important grammar point. Let’s get started! Table of Contents What is a Pronoun in Urdu? Urdu Personal Pronouns Urdu Demonstrative Pronouns Urdu Interrogative Pronouns Urdu Indefinite Pronouns Urdu Relative Pronouns A Few Socio-Cultural Restraints Conclusion 1. What is a Pronoun in Urdu? A pronoun is a word which can be used... Show more

Can you imagine a car driving over long distances without having all of its crucial components in place? Of course not! In a similar way, you can never expect to master a language unless and until you achieve excellence in all major aspects of that language. Like in all other languages, it’s necessitous to learn about Urdu sentence structure and the word order in Urdu grammar, because it will help you construct and comprehend Urdu sentences. While this may sound like a naïve matter, its significance can’t be undermined. This is the starting point for building simple Urdu sentences, and the topic culminates, over time, in the formulation of complex Urdu sentences. In this article, we’ll elaborate on everything you need to learn about... Show more

It’s a universally acknowledged truth that time and tide wait for none. Yes, if you want to enjoy a good productive stay in an Urdu-speaking country, knowing how to effectively communicate time will be your vantage point. In this article, we’ll teach you everything you need to know about Urdu time so you can be prepared and on time, all the time! P.S.: Once you’ve gotten the hang of telling the time in Urdu, be sure to check out our vocabulary list Talking about Days for more useful words and phrases. Table of Contents Why is it Important to Study How to Tell the Time in Urdu? How to Ask the Time in Urdu The Hours in Urdu Understanding How to Use Minutes in Urdu General Time Reference of the Day Adverbs of Time... Show more

"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