Learn and Speak Amazigh Easily
Your guide to mastering the Amazigh language
Unlock the beauty of Amazigh culture through language.
What you'll learn
- Basic vocabulary and phrases
- Essential grammar rules
- Conversational skills for everyday situations
- Cultural context and nuances
- Listening and comprehension techniques
- Pronunciation tips for clarity
About this book
Learn and Speak Amazigh Easily is a comprehensive resource designed for anyone eager to dive into the Amazigh language. This book simplifies the learning process, making it accessible and enjoyable for beginners and those looking to enhance their skills.
With practical exercises, engaging dialogues, and cultural insights, this book not only teaches you the language but also connects you to the rich heritage of the Amazigh people. It is a valuable tool for travelers, students, and anyone interested in broadening their linguistic horizons.
Who this book is for
- Language learners
- Travel enthusiasts
- Cultural explorers
- Students of linguistics
- Anyone interested in Amazigh culture
Why read this book
- User-friendly format for easy learning
- Includes practical exercises and dialogues
- Cultural insights enrich the learning experience
- Suitable for all ages and skill levels
About the language
Amazigh (Tamazight) is a group of closely related languages spoken in North Africa for thousands of years. It belongs to the Afroasiatic family, the same large family that includes Arabic. About 25 million people speak it, mostly in Morocco and Algeria.
Where it is spoken
Morocco, Algeria, Libya, Tunisia, Mali, Niger
Writing system
Written in the Tifinagh script from left to right, and also in Latin or Arabic letters.
Quick facts
- Its best-known branches include Kabyle, Tashelhit, Tarifit and Tuareg.
- Amazigh became an official language in Morocco's constitution in 2011 and Algeria's in 2016.
- The Amazigh New Year, Yennayer, falls around 12 or 13 January and is a public holiday in Algeria and Morocco.
- The Tifinagh script has very old roots and is still used by the Tuareg today.
Why learn it
- Travel: talk with people in the Atlas, the Rif, Kabylia and the Sahara.
- Work: teaching, media and administration in Morocco and Algeria, where it is now official.
- Culture: understand North African songs, stories and history from the source.
Words shared with Arabic
- lktab — From Arabic al-kitab, meaning book in Kabyle.
- ssuq — From Arabic al-suq, meaning market.
- lweqt — From Arabic al-waqt, meaning time.
- ddunit — From Arabic al-dunya, meaning world.
Comes with the book: the «Learn and Speak Easily» app
The book teaches you the word; the app trains you to say it. Open the app with your easyT account and practise every word and phrase in the book out loud.
2,188 words and phrases to practise in this book
Hear the right pronunciation
Every word and phrase in the book, spoken clearly, at normal speed or slowly.
Test yourself on every sign
The app shows a sign and asks for its meaning or its sound; pick the right answer out of 4.
The book's own chapters
Same chapters in the same order, with the word, its pronunciation in Arabic letters, its meaning and the book page.
A quiz after every chapter
Quick questions on what you learned; the app keeps your best score and your progress per chapter.
App details
- Free for everyone who bought the book, printed or digital
- Every language is open to Premium subscribers
- Sign in with your easyT account
- Works offline after a language is opened once
- Checking runs on your phone — your voice is never recorded or stored
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