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Classroom Classics: A Companion to Unignorable Urdu Phrases

If you are a part of academia, you already know the significance of learning and mastering the native language to prove your worth to justify your position and presence at a particular institution in a foreign culture. No matter whether you are a struggling teacher trying to make a fortune in Pakistan or a foreign student aiming at getting command over Urdu classroom words and phrases, you are required to consult an authentic Urdu language learning resource to make your dreams come true.In this article, you will get an opportunity to learn about Urdu classroom phrases that not only emphasize the necessity of learning useful classroom phrases in Urdu in general but also help master the Urdu classroom phrases for students along with the... Show more

A Concise Guide to Animal Names in Urdu

“We have more to learn from animals than animals have to learn from us.” (Anthony Douglas William) Animals make up a large part of our lives, don’t they? This is especially true for those who have pets at home or raise livestock for a living.  While we may have a lot to learn from animals, there’s something else that you should learn: animal names in Urdu! As an Urdu learner, you’ll certainly benefit from memorizing these words early on. Animals are an essential component of everyday life and they often come up in conversations, which means that knowing the relevant vocabulary will help you more easily converse with native speakers.  In this article, we’ll provide you with a list of animals in Urdu as well as several other useful... Show more

An Up-to-Date Guide on Common Questions and Answers in Urdu

"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

The Latest Companion to an Urdu Language Proficiency Test

Imagine you’ve boarded a plane and fastened your seat belt. A few moments before takeoff, an announcement is made that the pilot is extremely good at the theory of flying, but is entirely bad at practical flying with zero flying hours under his belt.  Yes, you can very well anticipate the subsequent nightmare and the agony of the passengers. And you can probably anticipate where this is going.  To avoid such chaotic situations, and to assess one’s practical capacity for using a language, one must take a language proficiency test (in this case, an Urdu exam). The sole purpose of any language proficiency test is to evaluate how adept a person is at using the target language in daily life, in a variety of situations and contexts.  ... Show more

A Smart Kick-Start: 10 Most Useful Urdu Sentence Patterns

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

Urdu Keyboard: How to Install and Type in Urdu

You asked, so we provided—easy-to-follow instructions on how to set up your electronic devices to write in Urdu! We’ll also give you a few excellent tips on how to use this keyboard, as well as some online and app alternatives if you prefer not to set up a Urdu keyboard. Table of Contents Why it’s Important to Learn to Type in Urdu Setting up Your Computer and Mobile Devices for Urdu How to Activate an Onscreen Keyboard on Your Computer How to Change the Language Settings to Urdu on Your Computer Activating the Urdu Keyboard on Your Mobile Phone and Tablet Urdu Keyboard Typing Tips How to Practice Typing Urdu 1. Why it’s Important to Learn to Type in Urdu Learning a new language is made so much easier when you’re able to... Show more

Urdu Verb Conjugation: A Beginner’s Companion

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

Urdu Verbs List: 100+ Must-Know Urdu Verbs

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

The Pronoun in Urdu: A Comprehensive Guide to Urdu Pronouns

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

Premium PLUS: The Golden Ticket for Language-Learning

Do you remember the moment you fell in love with languages? Do you desire to learn or advance in Urdu quickly and effectively? Then you need a Urdu tutor. A common question that first-time language-learners ask is "Where do I begin?" The answer? Guidance. For native English-speakers who want to learn Asian languages, for example, timelines provided by the U.S. Foreign Service Institute can appear discouraging. However, defeating these odds is not unheard of. If you want to beat the odds yourself, one of the best learning options is a subscription to Premium PLUS from Innovative Language. As an active Premium PLUS member of JapanesePod101.com and KoreanClass101.com myself, I have an enjoyable experience learning at an accelerated pace... Show more