Why you should learn Amharic?
By learning and practicing Amharic you’ll be promoting linguistic diversity. Speaking Amharic, or other less commonly taught languages, makes an important contribution to protecting linguistic diversity in the world and avoiding the exclusive generalization of a single language in a globalized world.
How long does it take to learn Amharic?
How long will it take until I can speak Amharic? After just 3 hours of learning you will be able to engage in simple conversations, and after 50 hours of learning time you will have reached fluency in Amharic.
Why learn Amharic language?
Language is the foundation of culture and if you value the Ethiopian culture, then learning the language should be important to you. They say a journey of one thousand miles begins with one step. Well, I say the journey to learn Amharic begins with just a few words. I will leave you with two. Dehna Ederu (Good Night).
How can i Improve my Amharic?
If you are able to go to an Ethiopian Restaurant or connect with Ethiopian Families, do it. The more practice you have with reading, speaking, and writing Amharic the better you will get at it. I am still on my journey, but I have learned so much.
Is Amharic hard to learn after Geez?
If you have any background in Arabic or Hebrew, Amharic will be a walk in the park after you get the Ge’ez under your belt. While the single best way to learn any language is through daily exposure in real-world settings, that is, obviously, not always a valid option for many learners.
Do you know of any 5-year-old who knew Amharic?
It is an AMAZING story that I will have to tell you about someday. Of course, I knew Amharic as well as any 5-year-old knows any language. But we were in the US now. My parents wanted me to learn English, so we became an English speaking household in the attempts to get us ready for school and life in the US.