Levantine Arabic, made easier
Welcome to my Levantine Arabic, made easier podcast (music) I’m your host Carol Haidar founder of Nasma of NY. In this series you're gonna hear true bilingual stories from across the globe. Stories shared by my students, friends, and myself. Stories of love, travel, food, culture, family secrets, politics, and destination unknown. This Arabic podcast is for intermediate level learners but if you get lost don’t worry we will be checking in throughout the story.
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Thank You!
07/09/2021
Thank You!
Thank you so much for listening to Nasma Of NY's Levantine Arabic Podcast! We just want to tell you know that our podcast has ranked in the list of Top 10 Podcasts in countries like Netherlands, Sweden, Lebanon, and Italy! We're in the top ranks among language learning, and so we're competing with other languages like Mandarin and Spanish. I started out this podcast as a small project to help my students with their Levantine Arabic hearing skills and comprehension. Never in my dreams I had imagined this project would land up in one of the top podcasts and compete with different languages. This achievement would not have been possible without my listeners and subscribers. Thank you so much for all the support! Now that season 2 has come to an end, I am already gearing up for season 3. If you have any topics or ideas on what you would like to hear next, feel free to drop an email or DM! Join our Conversational Classes: Join our Levantine Masterclass: Get the eBook: Follow us on Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube channel:
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Episode 44: Learn Levantine Arabic with Hiba
07/07/2021
Episode 44: Learn Levantine Arabic with Hiba
If you look up Youtube channels to learn Levantine Arabic, you will stumble upon a very popular and known channel named Learn Lebanese Arabic with Heba with 17k+ subscribers. If you've learnt something about the suburbs of Beirut, then the credit goes to Hiba for showing it to you through her Youtube channel. Make sure to check out top 20 vocabulary picks below! Link to channel: Link to site: Join our Conversational Classes: Join our Levantine Masterclass: Get the eBook: Follow us on Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube channel: Vocabulary: 1. Dali3ah / ضليعة: Expert/ thorough 2. Ajaneb / اجانب: Foreigners 3. 7ajeh / حاجة: Need 4. Mo7eet / محيط: Ocean but in this context it means surrounding 5. Bi2ah / بيئة: Environment 6. Mo7asaleh / محصلة: Result or guide 7. Awal / أول: First 8. Ebde3 / إبداع: Creativity 9. Majel / مجال: Field 10. Tawasol / تواصل: Communication 11. Staw7et / ستوحات: Inspired 12. Ejtime3 / إجتماع: Meeting 13. Masra7 / مسرح: Theater 14. 3ared / عرض: Show or discount 15. Deefo / ضيفه: Add to it 16. Kha-shbeh / خشبة: Wood or stage 17. Byinshere7 / بينشرح: Opens up 18. Bawred / بورد: Cool down 19. Fokhar / فخار: Poultry 20. Fakher / فخر: Proud
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Episode 43: AUB Cats
06/29/2021
Episode 43: AUB Cats
Cats have made the AUB campus their home for more than 30 years. As families fled the country during the war, many left their pets behind. AUB became the go-to-dump spot for abandoning cats. Since then, the population has grown and become a day-to-day reality for AUB students. AUB cats are loved and treated with care by everyone on campus. SETA was founded in September 2019, and club president Lynn Wahab my guest today in this episode, is keen to foster partnerships not only to transform the AUB cats' feeding schedule, but to influence every aspect of their wellbeing. You will find the fill script with translation on our website. Social Media Links SETA (student club) Instagram: Facebook: Twitter: AUB Cats (volunteers from all the community - including students and staff) Instagram: Facebook: Donation Links GoFundMe: For local donations: at AUB Main Gate, donations can be dropped in an envelope labeled ‘SETA’ in the neighborhood initiative box Join our Conversational Classes: Join our Levantine Masterclass: Get the eBook: Follow us on Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube channel:
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Episode 42: Dar El-Yoga
06/21/2021
Episode 42: Dar El-Yoga
Paola Atallah, worked in large companies for a couple of years until she started feeling tensions and pain in her body. But very quickly yoga became a genuine lifestyle. What struck me about Paola's website and her social media platforms was her determination to use and speak ONLY in Arabic. This is very rare in today's world. Watch Paola's reel with different yoga positions in Arabic: Website: Join our Conversational Classes: Join our Levantine Masterclass: Get our Textbooks: Follow us on Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube channel: 20 Vocabulary picks: 1. Aghlab / أغلب: Most 2. Ma Khaso / ما خاصه: Not related 3. Di2et nafes / دقة نفس: Shortness of breathe 4. Wad3iyet / وضعيات: Positions 5. Waja3 b el-jesim / وجع بالجسم: Body pains 6. Manasah / منصة: Platform 7. Ymerso / يمارسو: They practice 8. Yshterko / يشتركو: They participate 9. Jeze2 / جزء: Part 10. Ta3dilet / تعديلات: Adjustments 11. As3ar Minkhefdah / أسعار منخفضة: Discounted-low prices 12. Gherbeh / غربة: Expatriation 13. Asemeh el-wad3iyet / أسامي الوضعيات: Position names 14. Emkenyeh / امكانية: Possibility 15. Ytab2oha / يطبقها: To put it together 16. Na2es / نقص: Shortage 17. 7ayalah shi / حيلة شي: Anything 18. Thaqafte / ثقافتي: My culture 19. Tarjamah / ترجمة: Translation 20. Shar3iyeh / شرعية: Legal or official Music by: by
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Episode 41: Dolola
06/15/2021
Episode 41: Dolola
Can you believe that there are no children's songbooks in Arabic? Lara and Maria, two Lebanese moms living in France created a product that did not exist. Lebanese Songbooks for kids. Follow Dolola publications on Instagram: Order Arabic sound books for kids: Join our Conversational Classes: Join our Levantine Masterclass: Get our Textbooks: Follow us on Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube channel: 20 Vocabulary picks: 1. Shrikte / شريكاتي: My partner 2. Dirasetna el-3olyah / دراستنا العلية: Graduate School 3. Nekhla2 / نخلق: To be born but in this context to create 4. M7awatin / محاوطين: Surrounded 5. Aghane / أغاني: Songs 6. Bitghane / بتغني: To sing 7. Ebnon / إبنن: Their son 8. Binton / بنتن: Their daughter 9. Walad / ولد: Kid 10. Yesta3mel / يستعمل: To use 11. Mateen / متين: Strong 12. Ydayen / يضاين: Lasts 13. Bizeto / بيزتو: He throws it 14. Bye32od 3le / بيقعد عليه: Sits on it 15. Byemshe 3le / بيمشي عليه: Walks on it 16. Khaza2eto / خذقذه: Ripped it 17. Alet mose2iyeh shar2eyeh / قالات موسيقية شرقية: Oriental instruments 18. Ma2to3ah / مقطوعة: Clip 19. 3id Miled/ عيد ميلاد: Birthday but also Christmas 20. Msana3 / مصنع: Made in Music by: by
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Episode 40: Tiny Polly
06/08/2021
Episode 40: Tiny Polly
In the US One out of every five students report being bullied. Students who experience bullying are at increased risk for depression, anxiety, sleep difficulties, lower academic achievement, and dropping out of school. Students who experienced bullying or cyberbullying are nearly 2 times more likely to attempt suicide. Jinan recently published a book for kids called “Tiny Polly”. The story of a brave bullied chicken who just wants acceptance. Her mission is to bring awareness to bullying and educate kids about acceptance. Buy "Tiny Polly" Join our Conversational Classes: Join our Levantine Masterclass: Get the eBook: Follow us on Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube channel: 20 Vocabulary picks: 1. Enta2alet / انتقلت: Moved (locations) 2. Tarjem / ترجم: Translate 3. Tfare2na / تفرقنا: Differentiates us 4. Shakel / شكل: Looks or appearances 5. Byet3atah / بيتعطى: Interacts 6. Tanamor / تنمر: Bullying 7. Shakhes / شخص: Person 8. Lon teneh / لون ثاني: Different color 9. Taw3iyeh / توعية: Awareness 10. Ta2siro / تأثيره: Its effects 11. Bidor osto / بدور قصته: The story revolves around or about 12. Djejeh / دجاجة: Chicken 13. Kaleb / كلب: Dog 14. Sahar el-layleh / سهر الليالي: Long sleepless nights 15. Nes / ناس: People 16. Rje3tilo / رجعتله: Returned to him 'it' 17. Akhad w 3ata / أخد و عطى: Give and take- back and fourth 18. Rafesh / رفش: Shovel 19. Ada2 el-tafasil/ أدق التفاصيل: Tiniest details 20. Ta3ate / تعاطي: Treatment Music by: by
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Episode 39: Let's Visit the Philippines
06/01/2021
Episode 39: Let's Visit the Philippines
Frances Timog from my Levantine Arabic Masterclass talks to us about his neighborhood, best eating spots, and his favorite meals. You can find the full script of this episode in both English and Arabic on our website. Thanks Frances for providing the original and translated script. Script: Join our Conversational Classes: Join our Levantine Masterclass: Get the eBook: Follow us on Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube channel: Music by: by
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Episode 38: River of Truth
05/25/2021
Episode 38: River of Truth
Alia Bazzi is the founder of Manifest Design Inc. is a Michigan-based company that was founded in 2012. As a Muslim Arab-American, Alia's aim is to help create a strong bond between children and Imam Al-Hussain (pbuh), the same way they look at superheroes as inspiration. Make sure to check out our Top 20 Vocabulary picks from this episode below. Check out Alia's work below: Join our Conversational Classes: Join our Levantine Masterclass: Get the eBook: Follow us on Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube channel: Music by: by Vocabulary: 1. Kawanet/ كونت: I formed 2. Rasa-khet/ رسخت: Firmed or established 3. Thaqafeh/ ثقافة: Culture 4. Fatrah Mo3ayaneh/ فترة معينة: Specific time 5. Jeel/ جيل: Generation 6. Bi2ah/ بيئة: Environment 7. Nekhtere3/ نخترع: Invent 8. Yistaqteb- Ykhazen- Yestaw3eb/ يستقطب - يخزن - يستوعب: Absorb or understand 9. Nasharet/ نشرت: Published or posted 10. Mojtama3/ مجتمع: Society 11. Ghaleteh el-asesiyeh/ غلطتي الأساسية: Main-major mistake 12. No2tet ta7awol/ نقطت تحول: Turning point 13. Zaghtotah/ زغتوتة: Small or young comes from sghireh 14. Kitmen/ كتمان: Keeping something silent or secretive 15. Bidaweh/ بضوي: Lights up 16. Shaghfeh/ شغفي: My passion 17. 3adeleh/ عدالة: Justice 18. Mostad3af/ مستضعف: Weakened 19. Qa2ed/ قائد: Leader 20. Adiyeh Inseniyeh/ قضية إنسانية: A humanitarian issue
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Episode 37: It's not a Conflict
05/19/2021
Episode 37: It's not a Conflict
We recorded and edited this episode in less than 48 hours because I wasn't sure how long Qassem will be alive due to nonstop Israeli air strikes. Qassem from Gazza, Palestine shared his story with us about his life Palestine. For the verb first time, I read his story in English in the second part of the podcast. Also, full script of this episode in Arabic & English available on our website. Script: Join our Conversational Classes: Join our Levantine Masterclass: Get the eBook: Follow us on Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube channel: Music by: by
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Episode 36: Girls on Wheels
05/11/2021
Episode 36: Girls on Wheels
Founder of Girls on Wheels Lina Al Kassem is Uniting & empowering women on rollers, skateboards, bicycles & motorbikes. Listen to this wonderful episode & support their mission by buying a pair of socks! Check out Lina's work below: Make sure to check out our Top 20 Vocabulary picks from this episode below. Join our Conversational Classes: Join our Levantine Masterclass: Get the eBook: Follow us on Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube channel: Music by: by Vocabulary: 1. Nade/ نادي: Gym or club 2. Mashro3/ مشروع: Project 3. Tkaser 7alak/ حالك تكسر: To break 4. Khalfiyeh Riyadiyeh/ خلفية رياضية: Sports background or physical fitness background 5. Menfeyeh/ منفية: Isolated 6. Nashatat/ نشاطات: Activities 7. Nasher/ نشر: Post 8. Nsh-je3/ نشجع: Support 9. Ted3amo/ تدعمو: You support 10. Bighat el-nazar/ بغت النظر: Regardless 11. Kalset/ كلسات: Socks 12. Drus majeneyeh/ دروس مجانية: Free Lessons 13. Dar-reb/ درب: Coaching 14. 3er2et ejro/ عرقت اجرو: His leg was sweating 15. Bi7efele/ بحفلي: Rubs 16. N2a-le3/ نقلع: To flourish 17. Estedaftek/ استضافتك: For your feature 18. Dawe/ ضوي: To shine or light on 19. Bitmeres/ بتمارس: I practice 20. Titwasal/ تتواصل: Communicate
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Episode 35: Arabic is a Great Tool
05/04/2021
Episode 35: Arabic is a Great Tool
I met Erika on Instagram, she is one of my VERY supportive followers and later a great friend. Erika has a great passion to Arabic and the Arab culture. In this Episode we talk about the Arabic language and how Arabic could be used as a great tool. Check out Erika's blog: Make sure to check out our Top 20 Vocabulary picks from this episode below. Join our Conversational Classes: Join our Levantine Masterclass: Get the eBook: Follow us on Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube channel: Music by: by Azan sound is by Vocabulary: 1. 7ale/ حالي: My self 2. Wasilet tawasol/ وسيلة تواصل: A tool for communication 3. Bikhsos/ بخصوص: Regarding or in regards 4. Khayar/ خيار: Choice 5. Fish khel2e/ فيش خلقي: I vent 6. Dekeneh/ دكانة: Delli 7. Ara-reit/ قررت: I decided 8. Lahjeh/ لهجة: Accent 9. Entime2/ إنتماء: Belonging 10. Mawdo3/ موضوع: Topic or subject 11. Balad/ بلد: Country 12. 3aylte/ عيلتي: My family 13. 3ala fikrah/ على فكرة: By the way 14. Bil 3akes/ بالعكس: To the contrary or in fact 15. Aldeen/ ألدين: The religion 16. So2al/ سؤال: Question 17. Aktar/ أكتر: More 18. Mish Darore/ مش دروري: Not important 19. Hadaf/ هدف: Goal 20. Minon/ منن: From them or from it
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Episode 34: 10 German words & 10 Spanish words derived from Arabic
04/27/2021
Episode 34: 10 German words & 10 Spanish words derived from Arabic
I met Ikhlas on Instagram. She is a German & Arabic teacher living in Germany. Ikhlas is an author to two books. In this episode she shares 10 German words that are derived from Arabic while I share 10 Spanish words. We had a wonderful time recording this episode together and I hope you enjoy it as well! Ikhlas Books: Make sure to check out our Top 20 Vocabulary picks from this episode below. Join our Conversational Classes: Join our Levantine Masterclass: Get the eBook: Follow us on Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube channel: Music by: by Vocabulary: German words: Tasse derives from طاسة and means فنجان Kabel derives from حبل and means سلك الكهرباء Kuppel derives from قبة and means قبة Safran زعفران Haschish derives from hashish and is uses for the drug حشيش Ziffer derives from siffer صفر and means رقم Sirup derives from sharab and mean شراب دبس Giraffe زرافة Safari derives from سفر and means رحلة سفاري Schachmatt in chess derives from الشيخ مات, and means checkmate. Spanish words: 11. Aceite derives from زيت and means oil 12. Aceituna derives from زيتون and means olives 13. Berenjena derives from بتنجان and means eggplant 14. Jarra derives from جرة and means jug 15. Hasta derives from حتى and means until 16. Ojalá derives from انشالله and means if god wills 17. Usted derives from أستاذ and means Mr. 18. Aldea derives from ضيعة and means Village 19. Alquiler derives from الأجار and means rent 20. Arroz derives from رز and means rice
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Episode 33: Ramadan's Feast
04/20/2021
Episode 33: Ramadan's Feast
In this episode I will introduce you to my family’s Ramadan feast. What my mother cooks and I will share with you my favourite family recipes. Great way to learn food in a fun way. Most of the words I will be sharing, can be found in Book 3- Nawartona- Lesson 5- Section A. Make sure to check out our Top 20 Vocabulary picks from this episode below. Join our Conversational Classes: Join our Levantine Masterclass: Get the eBook: Follow us on Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube channel: Music by: by Vocabulary: 1. Rbeat/ ربيت: Grew up 2. Mawaheba/ موهبا: Her talents 3. 3adas/ عدس: Lentils 4. Wish-aro/ يشقرو: Become brown or gold 5. Minbalesh/ منبلش: We start 6. Debis remen/ دمس رمان: Pomegranate molasses 7. Me2li/ مقلي: Fried 8. Me7shiyeh/ محشية: Stuffed 9. Taba2 el-ra2ese/ طبق الرئسي: Main course 10. Tabkhah/ طبخة: Cooked meal 11. Kusa/ كوسة: Zucchini 12. Fasolyah/ فصولية: Kidney beans 13. Yakhneh/ يخنة: Stew 14. Bamyeh/ بامية: Okra 15. Khaline/ خليني: Let me/ allow me 16. Toum/ توم: Garlic 17. La7meh mafromeh/ لحمة مفرومة: Ground beef 18. Domeh/ دومة: Bunch 19. Sh3ayriyeh/ شعيرية: Vermicelli 20. Sofrah/ صفرة: Feast
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Episode 32: We Never Left
04/13/2021
Episode 32: We Never Left
Loulwa Khoury is a New York based filmmaker & film editor who was born and raised in Beirut. She recently edited her first award-nominated feature documentary Paradise Without People (2019) & now she is directing and editing her own film "We Never Left"- the Lebanese Expat Revolution Documentary. In this episode we talk about the economic crisis and daily struggles of the Lebanese under a mercy of a corrupted government. Please support Loulwa's dream by clicking on the link below. Link expires on April 22nd. Join our Conversational Classes: Join our Levantine Masterclass: Get the eBook: Follow us on Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube channel: Music by: by Vocabulary: 1. Moyol Siyasiyeh/ ميول سياسية: Politically connected 2. Wastah/ واسطة: Connections 3. Tkharajet/ تخرجت: Graduated 4. Aflem watha2iqiyeh/ أفلام وثائقية: Documentary 5. Sha2feh/ شقفة: Piece or part 6. Mekhterbin/ مختربين: Expats 7. Thawrah/ ثورة: Revolution 8. Siyesiyeh/ سياسية: Political 9. Inhiyar/ إنهيار: Collapsing 10. Fased/ فساد: Corruption 11. Infigarein/ انفجارين: Two explosions 12. Dawleh/ دولة: Government 13. Mozaharat/ مظاهرات: Protests 14. Inhiyar lal Lira/ إنهيار لليرة: Lebanese pound collapsing 15. Mosreyeton/ مصرياتن: Their money 16. Kahrabah/ كهربة: Electricity 17. T7awel/ تحول: Transfer 18. Na2o Yfelo/ نقو يفلو: Chose to leave 19. Al-mod7ek al-mobke/ المضحك المبكي: The funny crying story meaning the hurtful truth 20. Hayneh/ هينة: Easy
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Episode 31: University for Seniors members: Suma & Hassan
04/06/2021
Episode 31: University for Seniors members: Suma & Hassan
Advanced Episode: 10 years ago, the American University of Beirut launched a very unique program that remains unique in the Middle East- University for Seniors. Today’s seniors want to remain intellectually challenged and socially engaged, actively contributing to their community. I spoke with Suma & Hassan who are students at UFS about their experience. Make sure to check out our Top 20 Vocabulary picks from this episode below. Learn more about UFS: Please support & share: Join our Conversational Classes: Join our Levantine Masterclass: Get the eBook: Follow us on Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube channel: Music by: by Vocabulary: 1. Jile/ جيلي: My generation 2. Ma3-ino/ مع إنو: Although/ Even though 3. Omiyeh/ أمية: Illiterate 4. Shakhsite/ شخصيتي: My personality 5. Terkabe Siyartek/ تركبي سيارتك: Ride your car 6. 3aj2et ser/ عجقة سير: Traffic jam 7. Mas2oliyeh/ مسؤلية: Responsibility 8. Et7amas/ اتحمس: To get excited 9. Nafa3ne/ نفعني: Benefited me 10. Jesh/ جيش: Army/ Military 11. 3ale2at el-dowaliyeh/ علاقات الدولية: Public Relations 12. Zah2anin/ زهقانين: Bored 13. Ma3aref/ معارف: Connections 14. Qta3 el-dawleh/ قطاع الدولة: Government Sector 15.Taqa3od/ تقاعد: Retirement 16. Koliyeh 7arbiyeh/ كلية الحربية: Military Academy 17. Nashat/ نشاط: Activity/ Action 18. 7ayaweyeh/ حيوية: Energizing 19. Rasem/ رسم: Drawing 20. Mo7adarat/ محاضرات: Lectures
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Episode 30: My Daily Routine
03/30/2021
Episode 30: My Daily Routine
This episode is great for beginners and intermediate level learners. I talk about my daily routine and introduce new verbs and nouns as I speak. Make sure to check out our Top 20 Vocabulary picks from this episode below. Join our Conversational Classes: Join our Levantine Masterclass: Get the eBook: Follow us on Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube channel: Music by: by Vocabulary: 1. Aktar min hek/ أكثر من هيك: More than that 2. Bit7an/ بطحن: Grind 3. Bdawer/ بدور: Turn on or search 4. Bghasel Weje/ بغسل وجي: Wash my face 5. Bfarshe Snene/ بفرشي سناني: Brush my teeth 6. Bifta7/ بفتح: I open 7. Btib3at/ بتبعت: Sends 8. Ekhti/ اختي: My sister 9. B7ot/ بحط: I put 10. Fikon T2olo/ فيكن تقولو: You can say 11. Bjareb/ بجرب: I try 12. Bima2eno/ بمائنو: Since that 13. Be23od/ بقعد: I sit 14. Odet el-nom/ ادة النوم: Bedroom 15. Btafe/ بطفي: Turn off 16. N2arer/ نقرر: We decide 17. Mitel el-tene/ مثل الثاني: Like the other 18. Bnazel/ بنزل: I post/ download 19. Abel b wa2et/ أبل بوقت: A head of time 20. Jom3ah/ جمعة: Friday or Week
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Episode 29: Zodiac Signs- Part 2
03/23/2021
Episode 29: Zodiac Signs- Part 2
My sister Noor and talk about Zodiac signs in Arabic and their characteristics. It's a great way to learn months of the year and a lot of adjectives! Make sure to check out our Top 20 Vocabulary picks from this episode below. Join our Conversational Classes: Join our Levantine Masterclass: Get the eBook: Follow us on Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube channel: Music by: by Vocabulary: 1. Mokhles/ مخلص: Loyal 2. Moqne3/ مقنع: Convincing 3. Mobde3/ مبدع: Creative 4. Bi7alel/ بحلل: Analyzes 5. Safe/ وفي: Loyal 6. 3amale/ عملي: Practical 7. Byit3awan/ بيتعاون: Cooperates 8. Khalo2/ خلوق: Polite 9. Bye3dol/ بيعدل: Fair 10. Shoje3/ شجاع: Courages 11. Bighar/ بغار: Jealous 12. 7ayeh/ حية: Snake 13. Byimza7/ بيمزح: Jokes 14. Byow3od/ بيوعد: Promises 15. Aktariyeh/ أكترية: Mostly 16. Zawje/ زوجي: My husband 17. Bya3mul jaw/ بيعمل جو: Makes a positive vibe 18. Ma 7zerte/ ما حذرتي: You didn't get it right or guessed 19. Seneh/ سنة: 1 year 20. Sentein/ سنتين: 2 years
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Big Announcement!
03/22/2021
Big Announcement!
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Episode 28: Zodiac Signs- Part 1
03/09/2021
Episode 28: Zodiac Signs- Part 1
My sister Noor and talk about Zodiac signs in Arabic and their characteristics. It's a great way to learn months of the year and a lot of adjectives! Make sure to check out our Top 20 Vocabulary picks from this episode below. Join our Levantine Masterclass: Get the eBook: Follow us on Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube channel: Music by: by Bird on a Fence by: Soda Machine by Kabbalistic Village: Vocabulary: 1. Lawny el-mofadal: لونه المفضل 2. Azra2/ أزرق: Blue 3. Byetefe2/ بيتفق: Gets along with 4. Shater/ شاطر: Talented 5. Edarah/ إدارة: Management 6. Warde/ وردي: Pink 7. 7amate/ حماتي: My mother-in-law 8. Bkhaf/ بخاف: Scared 9. Zaher fete7/ زهر فاتح: Light pink 10. Ne3temed 3ale/ نعتمد عليه: Depend on him 11. Sarekh/ سرخ: Scream 12. 7arame/ حرامي: Thief 13. Asfar/ أصفر: Yellow 14. Byetradado/ بيترددو: They are hesitant 15. Biste7e/ بستحي: I'm shy 16. 3ala fekrah/ على فكرة: By the way 17. Kamashtak/ كمشتك: I caught you 18. Skarbineh- Skarbinet/ سكربينة- سكربينات: High heels 19. Tefda7ineh/ تفضحني: Expose me 20. Aswad/ أسود: Black
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Episode 27: How I Cure my World by Zobaida Falah
03/02/2021
Episode 27: How I Cure my World by Zobaida Falah
Zobaida Falah created Cure with a goal to “Make Healthy Taste Good”. In this episode Zobaida talks about her business, her grandmothers recipe, and how she started her business from the ground up. Get your cure bar here: Make sure to check out our Top 20 Vocabulary picks from this episode below. Join our Levantine Masterclass: Get the eBook: Follow us on Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube channel: Music by: by Vocabulary: 1. Birakez/ بركز: Focuses 2. Khaltah/ خلطة: Mix 3. 7abeh khitha2iyeh/ حبة غذائية: Food pill 4. Loz/ لوز: Almonds 5. Goz el-hind/ جوز الهند: Coconut 6. Simsom/ سمسم: Sesame 7. 7abet el barakeh-sawdah/ حبة البركة- السودة: Black seeds 8. 3asal/ عسل: Honey 9. Athar/ أثر: Affected 10. Monay/ مناي: 'I wish' 11. Tsa3ed/ تساعد: Helps 12. B-balash/ ببلاش: For free 13. Mafrom-mabroush/ مفروم- مبروش: Chopped 14. Talabet/ طلبات: Orders/ requests/ favors 15. Khtaret/ خترت: I Chose 16. Foqara2/ فقرأ: Poor people 17. Fa2edeh/ فائدة: Benefits 18. Khalayah/ خلاية: Cells 19. Qalb/ قلب: Heart 20. Bisa3edhom ra2san/ بساعدهم رأساً: Helps them right away
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Episode 26: 7 Steps to Create a Killer Instagram Account
02/23/2021
Episode 26: 7 Steps to Create a Killer Instagram Account
In this episode Mariam Nabbout founder of Kezbara, The Kezbara Studio, and cohost of Sundays with Mariam & Lily podcast walks us through the 7 steps to create a killer Instagram account. Follow Mariam at: and . Make sure to check out our Top 20 Vocabulary picks from this episode below. Join our Levantine Masterclass: Get the eBook: Follow us on Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube channel: Music by: by Vocabulary: 1. Namat 7ayete/ نمط حياتي: My life style 2. Fikrah/ فكرة: Idea 3. Tab2oha/ طبقها: Make it 4. Nel2at/ نلقت: Catch it 5. Ekhla2/ إخلق: Create 6. Shakel/ شكل: Appearance 7. Lebe2/ لبيء: Matching with 8. 3alemeh/ علامة: Grade but 'proof' in this context 9. Mo7tawah/ محتوة: Content 10. D3if/ ضعيف: Weak/ skinny 11. Nazel/ نزل: I post 12. Ghrab/ غراب: Strangers 13. Emti7an/ إمتحان: Test 14. Zboon/ زبون: Client 15. Yakhod w Ya3te/ ياخد ويعطي: Take and give but it means to communicate 16. Mablakh/ مبلغ: Amount of money 17. Jehed/ جهد: Effort 18. T3ar2elna 3ala tareaq/ تعرقلنا على طريق: Hurtles 19. Motebe3in/ متابعين: Followers 20. Jomhor/ جمهور: Audience
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Episode 25: A Suicide without a Note
02/16/2021
Episode 25: A Suicide without a Note
This episode is intended for mature audiences. This episode can be triggering such as emotional and suicidal. I’m not a therapist or a doctor. If you need support please talk to someone professional. I would consider this episode as advanced but don’t forget to scroll down and check our top 20 vocabulary picks. Join our Levantine Masterclass: Get the eBook: Follow us on Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube channel: Music by: by And Vocabulary: 1. 7adis/ حادث: Accident 2. Radet Fe3la/ ردة فعلها: Her reaction 3. Marjo7/ مجروح: Injured 4. Khseret/ خسرت: Lost 5. Mohem/ مهم: Important. But in this context it's used as 'anyway' 6. Mefte7/ مفتاح: Key 7. Mishleh So7iyeh/ مشكلة صحية: Health problem 8. Jeseh/ جثة: Corpse 9. Mokhifeh/ مخيفة: Scray 10. Sarakhet/ صرخت: She screamed 11. Bikyet/ بكيت: She cried 12. 3aza/ عزاء: Funeral 13. Trajetna/ ترجتنا: Begged us 14. 7alafetna/ حلفتنا: Promised us as begged us 15. Ma3nawiyan/ معنوياً: Morally 16. Etsaraf/ تصرف: Acted or behaved 17. Mosta7il/ مستحيل: Imposible 18. T7asan/ تحسن: Become better 19. Torfod/ ترفض: Refuse 20. Ka2abeh/ كأبة: Depression
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Episode 24: Face Yoga with Chloe
02/09/2021
Episode 24: Face Yoga with Chloe
Certified face yoga instructor, Chloe Hourani known on Instagram as discusses in this episode everything you need to know about face yoga. Friends I've tried it myself and face yoga does miracles! The best thing about it is that, all you need is your clean hands to practice anywhere you are. Make sure to check out our Top 20 Vocabulary picks from this episode below. Join our Levantine Masterclass: Get the eBook: Follow us on Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube channel: Music by: by Vocabulary: 1. Ma3rofeh/ معروفة: Known 2. Raqisah Mo7tarifah/ راقصة محتريفة: Professional dancer 3. Rbe7it/ ربحت: I won 4. Nitmaran/ نتمرن: We practice 5. Jildeh/ جلدة: Skin 6. Taja3id/ تجاعيد: Wrinkles 7. Smom/ سموم: Extra fluids/ toxins 8. Intiqadet/ انتقادات: Critics 9. Bida7ko/ بضحكو: Funny 10. Ktashafta/ كتشفتا: Discovered it 11. Yit2abala/ يتقبلا: Accept it 12. Nateyej/ نتايج: Results 13. 3adalet/ عضلات: Muscles 14. Lsen/ لسان: Tongue 15. Mortabet/ مرتبط: Connected, attached 16. Qorod/ قروض: Loans 17. Jesemna/ جسمنا: Our body 18. 3yone/ عيوني: My eyes 19. Mekhtelef/ مختلف: Different 20. Tanafos/ تنفس: Breathing
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Episode 23: University for Seniors
02/02/2021
Episode 23: University for Seniors
10 years ago, the American University of Beirut launched a very unique program that remains unique in the Middle East- University for Seniors. Today’s seniorswant to remain intellectually challenged and socially engaged, actively contributing to their community. Our seniors are accomplished, energetic, sociable, and generous. They have valuable life and professional experiences to share. Amani Zaidan who is the program coordinator at UFS chats about UFS and its benefits. Make sure to check below our top 20 picks vocabulary from this episode. Learn more about UFS: Please support & share: Join our Levantine Masterclass: Get the eBook: Follow us on Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube channel: Music by: by Vocabulary: 1. Khamseen/ خمسين: Fifty 2. Shareq El-Awsat/ شرق الأوسط: Middle East 3. Ahdef/ أهداف: Goals 4. N7areb/ نحارب: We fight 5. Shay-khokhah/ شيخوخة: Aging 6. So7iyeh/ صحية: Healthy 7. Salimeh/ سليمة: Peacefully 8. Momakanin/ ممكنين: Empowering 9. Qadirean/ قادرين: Capable 10. Fe3elin/ فعالين: Active 11. Lejneh/ لجنة: Committee 12. Ara2/ أراء: Opinions 13. Temyeez/ تمييز: Discrimination 14. Mo7adarat/ محاضرات: Lectures 15. Mabade2/ مبادئ: Principles 16. Iqtisad/ إقتصاد: Economics 17. Tarikh/ تاريخ: History 18. Mwazaf/ موظف: Employee 19. Sot/ صوت: Voice 20. Takalifna/ تكليفنا : Our expenses
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Episode 22: My Blindness is a Blessing
01/26/2021
Episode 22: My Blindness is a Blessing
I've been following Sara for few years now & she is an inspiration to me and to many women. She is one strong willed woman who has exemplified overcoming her disability through success. Sara Minkara became legally blind when she was 7 years old and there is a lot to learn from her. In this episode we discussed the right terms to use for people with disability in Arabic, a run down of her day, her struggles, and her dreams. Below are our top 20 vocabulary picks. Join our Levantine Masterclass: Get the eBook: Follow us on Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube channel: Vocabulary: 1. Jam3iyeh/ جمعية: Organization 2. Damej/ دمج: Merge/ integrate 3. I3aqah/ إعاقة: Disability 4. Kaf Basar/ كف بصر: Blindness 5. Thowet 7ajet khasah/ ذوي الاحتياجات الخاصة: People with special needs. 6. Bitzel/ بتزل: Degrades 7. Mojtama3/ مجتمع: Society 8. Nazrah/ نظرة: Vision 9. Na2es/ نقص: Less than or missing something 10. Marad/ مرض: Sickness 11. 3dame/ عظامي: My bones 12. Sob7an Allah/ سبحان الله: A phrase said to recognize what God gives or makes. 13. 7ajer al-manzele/ الحجر المنزلي: Quarantine 14. 7okomeh/ حكومي: Government 15. Saley/ صلي: I pray 16. Tabi3iyen/ طبيعياً: Naturally/ normally 17. Awled/ أولاد: Kids 18. Jeme3/ جامع: Mosque 19. 3arbashet/ عربشت: I climbed 20. Za7latet/ ذحلتط: I slided Music by: by
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Episode 21: Interview with Mark Hachem
01/19/2021
Episode 21: Interview with Mark Hachem
Welcome to the 1st episode of Levantine Arabic, made easier season 2. In this episode I interview Mark Hachem, we spoke about his video that went viral, how did he start, and what are his coming plans. Below are some vocabularies that we used throughout the episode. Find Mark Hachem: INSTAGRAM: @markhachem https://www.instagram.com/markhachem PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/MarkHachem YOUTUBE: Find US: Join our Levantine Masterclass: Get the eBook: Follow us on Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube channel: Music by: Music by: by Vocabularies: 1. Nas/ ناس: People 2. Netefe2/ نتفق: We agree 3. Dayfe/ ضيفي: My guest 4. Mod7ek/ مضحك: Funny 5. El-hay2ah/ الحيقة: Seems/ apparently 6. Bil nesbeh ele/ بالنسبة لإلي: According to me 7. Faja2ne/ فاجأني: Surprised me 8. Ta2aleed/ تقليد: Customs/ traditions 9. Sh-hadeh/ شهادة: Degree/ certificate 10. Da3em/ دعم: Support 11. Ro7 el-nekteh/ روح النكتة: Sense of humor 12. Hadaf/ هدف: Goal 13. By-ze3-jak/ بيزعجك: Bother you (masculine) 14. Fatesh/ فتش: Search/ look for 15. Feel/ جيل: Generation 16. Zawej el-madaneh/ زاوج المدني: Civil marriage 17. Erbeh/ قربة: Closeness 18. Karameh/ كرامة: Generosity 19. Emet el-3ayleh/ قيمة العيلة: Family value 20. Twafa2et/ توفقت: Got lucky/ worked out
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Nasma of NY Presents: Levantine Arabic, made easier Season 2
12/08/2020
Nasma of NY Presents: Levantine Arabic, made easier Season 2
Welcome to season 2 of Levantine Arabic, made easier. In this season I will interview successful and interesting bilingual guests. This podcast is great for intermediate level learners and also great for anyone who is interested in learning Arabic. if you get lost don’t worry we will be checking in throughout the story! Join our Levantine Masterclass: Get the eBook: Follow us on Instagram: Follow us on Youtube: Music by: by
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BONUS Episode: Saint Barbara Day
12/03/2020
BONUS Episode: Saint Barbara Day
Saint Barbara is known in the Eastern Orthodox Church as the Great Martyr Barbara. She was an early Christian Lebanese and Greek saint and martyr. Accounts place her in the 3rd century in Heliopolis Phoenicia, present-day Baalbek, Lebanon. My friend Tania shares St. Barbara's story. Join our Levantine Masterclass: Get the eBook: Follow us on Instagram: Follow us on Youtube: Special thanks to for music Sound effect of church chanting: Music for the lullaby song:
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Episode 20: 10 things to do to keep your brain healthy
10/20/2020
Episode 20: 10 things to do to keep your brain healthy
In this episode Michel from @the.brainer.online *Instagram link below*, discusses 10 things we could do to keep our brain healthy! Follow Michel on Instagram: Books recommended by Michel: 1. Brain Food by Dr. Lisa Mosconi 2. Change your brain, change your life by Dr. Daniel Amen Join our Levantine Masterclass: https://nasmaofny.com/online-course-membership/ Get the eBook: https://nasmaofny.com/adult-textbooks/ Follow us on Instagram: Follow us on Youtube: Special thanks to for music
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Episode 19: Dating in NYC
10/13/2020
Episode 19: Dating in NYC
I interviewed my student Jonathan and we discussed his experience in dating in NYC. We spoke about his favorite dating App., the pros & cons of dating online, and his craziest date ever! Join our Levantine Masterclass: Get the eBook: Follow us on Instagram: Follow us on Youtube: Special thanks to for music
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