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Arabic made joyful for little learners

Learn Arabic From Zero

ابدأ رحلتك لتعلّم اللغة العربية بطريقة ممتعة

From the very first letter to your first conversation — kids and beginners master Arabic letters, words, pronunciation, listening, writing and speaking through playful, interactive lessons.

Friends of DAAD

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First letters

🔥 7

day streak

+120 XP

Lesson complete!

New in the app

Now kids read whole sentences

The latest version takes learners from single words to real reading, with new games, a clearer path and tools for families and teachers.

  • Put the words in order

    Build a sentence by placing its words in the right order.

  • Listen and choose

    Hear a sentence read aloud and pick the one you heard.

  • Find the missing word

    Complete a sentence with the word that belongs in the gap.

  • 300 new sentences

    From easy to hard, to read, hear and build step by step.

  • One clear path

    My Journey leads from the first letters all the way to reading.

  • A profile for each child

    Switch between your children in one tap; each keeps their own progress.

  • Classes & homework

    Parents and teachers can create classes and assign homework.

What you'll learn

Everything to go from aleph to fluent

A complete, playful curriculum that covers every skill — reading, writing, listening and speaking — one delightful lesson at a time.

  • Arabic Letters

    الحروف

    Meet all 28 letters with their shapes and sounds.

  • Numbers

    الأرقام

    Count, read and write Arabic numerals with ease.

  • Vocabulary

    المفردات

    Build a rich word bank through pictures and play.

  • Writing Practice

    الكتابة

    Trace and form letters with guided handwriting.

  • Speaking & Pronunciation

    النطق

    Say it aloud — the app listens and helps you get it right.

  • Listening Exercises

    الاستماع

    Train the ear with fun listening challenges.

  • Interactive Games

    ألعاب

    Learn while playing with rewarding mini-games.

  • Progress Tracking

    التقدّم

    See streaks, XP and milestones grow every day.

How it works

From first letter to first story in three steps

No lesson plans, no guesswork: the app picks the right starting point and guides every step.

  1. 1

    Find your level

    A quick placement check picks the right starting point, or start from the very first letter.

  2. 2

    Play a little every day

    Short lessons, games and a daily challenge fit into a few minutes, with streaks to keep the habit going.

  3. 3

    Watch progress grow

    Earn XP, climb weekly leagues and collect certificates, while the family report shows how each child is doing.

Why families choose us

A gentler, happier way to learn Arabic

Built for little minds

Kid-friendly & beginner-friendly

Bright visuals, big tappable buttons and a patient mascot make Arabic feel like play — perfect for absolute beginners of any age.

  • Designed for ages 4+
  • Zero prior knowledge needed
  • Friendly, encouraging tone

مرحبًا

= Hello

Lesson 1 unlocked

Learning that sticks

Interactive, gamified lessons

Earn XP, keep streaks and unlock rewards. Bite-sized interactive lessons turn daily practice into a habit kids actually look forward to.

  • Streaks, XP & badges
  • Tap, drag, speak & listen
  • Learn at your own pace

مرحبًا

= Hello

Lesson 2 unlocked

Safe for little hands

A safe, ad-free space for kids

No ads, no pop-ups, no surprises — just a calm, child-safe place to learn. Built privacy-first, so parents can relax while kids explore Arabic on their own.

  • No ads, ever
  • Private & child-safe by design
  • Parent-approved content only

مرحبًا

= Hello

Lesson 3 unlocked

See it in action

Beautiful lessons in your pocket

Available on mobile and tablet — install it once and pick up exactly where you left off.

Tap to hear

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Baa

as in “book”

🔊 Listen
🎤 Say it
Works offlineNo ads, everNative audioSyncs across devices

Loved by families

Parents, teachers & learners agree

“My 6-year-old asks to do her Arabic lesson every night. The mascot and games make it feel like play, not homework.”
JAJoulnar A.Parent of two
“En tant qu'adulte débutante, j'ai enfin tenu bon. L'audio de prononciation est clair et le mode hors ligne est parfait pour mes trajets.”
MHMalak H.Apprenante adulte
“أفضل طريقة لتعليم أطفالي لغة الضاد. التصميم جميل وسهل الاستخدام.”
MBMaxime B.Dad
“We use it at our weekend school. Progress tracking lets me see exactly where each child needs help.”
FMs. FatimaArabic teacher
“Propre, moderne et vraiment amusant. que nous attendions.”
FBFamille BaltagiFamille en IEF

Questions & answers

Good to know before you start

  • Who is Friends of DAAD for?

    Children from about 4 years old and beginners of any age. No prior Arabic is needed: lessons start with the very first letter.

  • Is the app free?

    Yes, it is free to download and to start learning, with no ads. An optional Premium subscription unlocks every game and activity.

  • Does it work without internet?

    Yes. Download lessons in the app and play them offline, which is handy for trips.

  • Can several children use it?

    Yes. Each child gets their own profile with their own progress, and you can switch between them in one tap.

  • Can teachers use it with a class?

    Yes. Teachers and parents can create a class, share its code with learners and assign homework, ready-made or their own.

  • How does it help with pronunciation?

    Learners hear every letter and word read aloud, then say it themselves: the app listens and tells them when they got it right.

  • Which languages does the app speak?

    The app is available in 11 languages: English, French, Arabic, German, Spanish, Turkish, Russian, Persian, Urdu, Indonesian and Malay.

  • Which devices are supported?

    iPhone and iPad from the App Store, and Android phones and tablets from Google Play.

Another question? Write to us at friendsdaad@gmail.com

Start your Arabic journey today

ابدأ رحلتك مع أصدقاء الضاد الآن

Download the app for free and begin in minutes — playful, bite-sized Arabic lessons for kids and beginners. No ads, ever.