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Master Levantine Arabic Anytime, Anywhere with the Learn Shami App.
Achieve real fluency in Levantine (Shami) Arabic with our interactive learning app. Access smart dictionary tools, flashcards, AI speech practice, and daily exercises created by native Levantine educators — turning every day into an immersive learning experience.
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Where language meets culture in the heart of Amman
Our campus in Amman's vibrant Tla' Al-Ali district places you at the crossroads of modern Jordanian life and deep Levantine heritage. Classrooms are designed for small-group immersion, with dedicated spaces for cultural workshops, calligraphy sessions, and community gatherings.
- Small-group classrooms (max 8 students)
- Dedicated cultural workshop space
- Library with Arabic literature & media
- Community lounge for student gatherings
- On-site kitchen for culinary immersion
- Walking distance to cafes and markets
Find the program that fits your journey
From intensive on-site immersion in Amman to flexible online courses — explore our full catalog on our courses portal.
Arabic Language Courses
Immersive programs to master Levantine (Ammiyya) Arabic through real-life practice, cultural integration, and expert-led instruction — on-site in Amman or online.
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Online Levantine Courses
Super-intensive, intensive, and regular online Shami (Ammiyya) courses spanning Palestinian, Jordanian, Syrian, and Lebanese dialects — tailored for international students.
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Volunteer Programs
Immerse yourself in the culture and daily life of the Levant while making a tangible difference in local communities across education, development, and refugee support.
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Book a class — or start with a free placement test.
Meet Samer Ayman, your Arabic Language Teacher & Program Manager. From the app you can book a live session or take a free placement test to find your level — then we'll take it from there.
- Book a Class — choose your session and time, right from the app.
- Free Placement Test — find your Arabic level before you begin.
Choose your
learning plan
Flexible weekly commitments or long-term monthly savings — pay securely with PayPal.
Choose 1 to 4 weeks of immersive Arabic study. A flat $3/week — pay once and start learning.
Use the email you'll sign in with — your access is linked to it, even if your PayPal email differs.
A cultural heritage, taught where it lives.
Founded in 2011, the Shami Arabic Institute in Amman has welcomed over a thousand students from more than thirty countries. We do not treat Arabic as a code to be cracked — we treat it as a living heritage to be embraced, taught by native Levantine educators set in the cultural heart of Jordan.
Honored five times as the Best Arabic Language School, the Institute now extends its pedagogy into the Learn Shami app and a Jordanian Arabic online course — so the journey from curiosity to fluency continues wherever you are.
Programs for Every Path
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دورات اللغة العربيةArabic Language Courses
Immersive programs to master Levantine (Ammiyya) Arabic through real-life practice, cultural integration, and expert-led instruction — on-site in Amman or online.
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دورات الشامية أونلاينOnline Levantine Courses
Super-intensive, intensive, and regular online Shami (Ammiyya) courses spanning Palestinian, Jordanian, Syrian, and Lebanese dialects — tailored for international students.
Learn more
برامج التطوعVolunteer Programs
Immerse yourself in the culture and daily life of the Levant while making a tangible difference in local communities across education, development, and refugee support.
Learn moreLanguage as living heritage.
The Shami methodology does not treat Arabic as a foreign language to be decoded. It approaches it as a cultural heritage to be embraced — with warmth, curiosity, and deep respect for the people who speak it every day.
Listen First
أصغِ أولاً
We begin where language begins — with sound. Before grammar, before vocabulary, you learn to hear the music of Shami Arabic: its rhythms, its warmth, and its cadence.
Speak in Context
تحدّث في السياق
Every phrase is rooted in a real-world scenario — ordering knafeh in Nablus, bargaining in Souk al-Hamidiyeh, or sharing stories over morning coffee. Language flourishes in context.
Build Through Culture
ابنِ عبر الثقافة
Grammar emerges naturally from proverbs, folk songs, and daily rituals. We do not teach rules in isolation — we allow the culture to illuminate the language.
Every tool a serious Arabic learner needs — in your pocket.
Swipe through the Learn Shami app: a tutor, a dictionary, a verb engine, and a live teacher — all designed around the Ammani dialect.
Welcome Center
Book a free placement & orientation session, then jump straight into your tools.
Practice out loud, ask anything — powered by AI.
Two always-on coaches live inside the app: one perfects your pronunciation, the other answers every question in the Levantine dialect.
Pronunciation Practice
Hear a native word, record yourself, and get instant feedback on your accent — tuned to the Ammani dialect.
AI Tutor (Shami)
Ask anything about Levantine Arabic — grammar, pronunciation, cultural insights — and get answers instantly, any time of day.
Master Levantine Arabic with an AI tutor that actually understands you.
From your first "marhaba" to fluent conversations with shopkeepers in Amman — the Learn Shami app blends an AI-powered Arabic tutor, custom exercises, and structured Levantine and MSA tracks into one seamless, subscription-activated learning experience.
AI-Powered Custom Exercises
Practice built around your world.
Generate tailored multiple-choice and word-ordering exercises on any topic you choose — food, greetings, daily phrases, travel, business — in seconds.
- Unlimited custom exercises on topics that matter to you
- Multiple-choice and word-ordering formats with instant feedback
- Adaptive difficulty that grows with every correct answer
Interactive Learning & Practice
Real-time AI sessions for real fluency.
Hold live, judgment-free conversations with an AI Arabic tutor that corrects, coaches, and adapts to your level — anytime, day or night.
- Conversational practice that builds real-world confidence
- Instant pronunciation and grammar correction in-session
- Available 24/7 — your tutor never sleeps
Tailored Tracks & Levels
A structured path from day one to fluency.
Follow structured modules designed for every stage — absolute beginner to advanced — with clear milestones and measurable progress.
- Beginner to advanced modules, each with clear milestones
- Levantine and MSA tracks you can switch between freely
- Progress tracking that keeps you motivated and on course
Strict & Secure Access
Instant access. Seamless subscription.
A secure monthly subscription activates your full access the moment you pay — no waiting, no friction, no hidden steps. Cancel anytime.
- Instant activation the moment your payment clears
- Secure PayPal checkout — your data stays protected
- Flexible monthly billing, cancel whenever you like
Your AI Arabic tutor is one subscription away.
Instant access. Secure checkout. Start speaking Levantine Arabic today.
A complete Arabic learning toolkit, built for real fluency.
Translate to Shami Arabic
Instant English ↔ Levantine Arabic translation with pronunciation. No sign-up, no cost — a free tool from the Shami Institute, open to every traveler, student, and curious mind.
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Tip: press ⌘/Ctrl + Enter to translate. Translations are AI-generated — great for everyday conversation, not legal documents.
Stories from our students
Hundreds of learners from 30+ countries have found their voice in Arabic through the Shami Institute.
"The Shami Institute completely transformed my Arabic. Within three months I was holding conversations with taxi drivers and shopkeepers in Amman. The teachers make every lesson feel like a journey through Levantine culture."
"I came to Amman knowing only 'marhaba.' Six weeks later, I was debating politics with my host family over dinner. The immersive method works — you don't just learn Arabic, you live it."
"As an Arabic heritage speaker, I struggled to connect MSA with everyday speech. The Institute's approach bridged that gap beautifully. Now I switch between dialects with confidence."
"The instructors are extraordinary — patient, deeply knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about teaching. The LearnShami app kept me practicing between classes. Best language decision I've ever made."
"Balancing work and study seemed impossible until I found the Institute's online program. The flexible schedule and the app's spaced repetition made steady progress feel natural and sustainable."
"Combining volunteering with Arabic courses gave me the full Amman experience. The Institute doesn't just teach language — they connect you to the community and the culture in ways I never expected."
Frequently asked questions
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Have questions about enrollment, course levels, or volunteering? Reach out — our team responds within one business day.
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