Urdu Seekhiye

In part 3 of episode 33, I tell you more about rock climbing and not as much about the motorcycling, but still you'll see it's worth listening. It appears my goal here is to get you to try rock climbing. Would LOVE to hear if you end up trying it because of this episode. Essentially, I encourage you to get out of your comfort zone. Be sure to share any questions you may have on the episode's page:...

In part two of episode 33, I tell you more about the motorcycle tour in the northern parts of Pakistan. This time though, I use both Urdu and English. I talk about various Pakistani dishes and desserts. I share with you the wisdom that was shared with me by members of our group, and a bit of drama that ensued before leaving for my trip. Be sure to download the PDF for this part so you can follow a...

In this episode (completely in English) I tell you about my experience in Pakistan motorcycling from Islamabad to Skardu and back. I went with the tour company Lost with Purpose . Feel free to reach out to our tour guides Ihsan and Wasim .  I also highly recommend listening to this Buddhist monk HERE . Enjoy the photos I’ve posted on the website. Let me know if you have any questions on the page f...

In this episode I translate the sentences from one of our Urdu handwriting lessons. Did you know that Arsalan sahab and I have created an Urdu Handwriting course? Check it out HERE . The sentences in this episode are more advanced, but if you are interested in learning how to write Urdu from the beginning check out lesson number 1. Be sure to come back to this page as I will also post the video of...

I wanted to go over Seth Godin's blog once more - it was initially covered in episode #26. The words spark excitement in me for when I am thinking about starting something new. Even though Urdu Seekhiye is now an old project, writing and publishing each new episode really does feel like a new project and the potential of it reaching new audience members (and old ones) excites me. Feel free to help...

This is the second part of episode 31. Be sure to listen to part 1 before listening to this one. This is a new series of episodes focused on grammar – specifically verb conjugation. For each episode, I’ll select a verb and then share with you how that verb is conjugated in the simple present, past, and future tenses. In this episode we’re going to focus on conjugating the to-be verb honā. Various...

This is a new series of episodes focused on grammar – specifically verb conjugation. For each episode, I’ll select a verb and then share with you how that verb is conjugated in the simple present, past, and future tenses. In this episode we’re going to focus on conjugating the to-be verb honā.  Various example sentences are shared in each of the tenses. For this episode, we also created an instagr...

In this episode, we further practice using possessive adjectives. This handout contains tons of example sentences on how to use comparative adjectives, possessive adjectives, and how to talk about ownership. It also shows you how you can share what your daily activities are. The vocabulary words from this episode include so much food, so old, so small, so big, piggy back, get on a horse (& the roo...

In this episode, Ayesha joins Shireen in a dialogue about shopping. Vocabulary covered in this episode includes mahaṅgī (expensive), sastī (cheap), lāl jakiṭ (red jacket), bihtarīn tohfa (best gift), jigrī dost (best friend) , and so much more! Be sure to let US know if you have any questions on the episode's page: Here . Thank you for learning Urdu with Shireen! Connect with US

This is a grammar episode focused on the topic of possessive adjectives. Now you can say things like:   What is his/her name?    (in kā nām kyā hai?) This book is [all of] theirs.    (yih kitāb in [sab] kī hai.) This is their book.       (yih kitāb in kī hai) Download the PDF for tons more example and visit the page for E28 repeatedly as we'll be posting more goodies related to this topic.  Quizze...

In this episode Sajjad and I talk about necessities and introduce various items you can eat (apples, tomatoes, salad, bread, etc.). In addition to the great vocabualry words included in the dialgue, we have included tons of other fruits and vegetables in the chart - some that I don't even use in English! Be sure to download the PDF HERE . If you have been enjoying the podcast, share it with others...

This episode was such a joy to produce, and a long time coming. In this episode Mansoor and I translate Seth Godin's blog post titled Beginning is Underrated . This post inspired me to start the Urdu Seekhiye podcast, so it means a lot. I hope that it inspires you to begin something that you may have been putting off, or restart something that you gave up on. "Merely begin, with the humility of so...

In this short episode, Shireen explains how to use the word had (limit) and the possessive adjective apnā/ī/e (one's own).  Watch this clip to hear the sentence - mazāq kī bhī had hotī hai: https://streamable.com/feuqq7 Be sure to let US know if you have any questions on the episode's page: Here . If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving US a review on iTunes HERE . It'll greatly h...

In this final episode we come to learn of the eventual fate of the fly. Vocabulary words covered in this episode include khaṭkā   (suspicion), xūšāmad (flattery), pasījī (to soften), uṛāyā (to enjoy with delight; to be wasteful) and SO much more. The past tense of hona is also discussed and more examples of the past tense are available on the free handout so be sure to download that from the websi...

In episode 25, we cover the poem A Spider and A Fly (ek makṛā aur makhī). It has a great lesson, but more importantly it's full of tons of great vocabulary words. Though a bit difficult, if you return to it again and again, it'll start to make sense and even be fun to listen to. This nazm (poem) is written by Allama Iqbal - a famous Urdu poet.  Here is the  YouTube video referred to in this episod...

Aamir and I join forces again to bring you part four of this poem by Allama Iqbal - Ek Makra aur Makhi (A Spider and a Fly). Do let us know how you're enjoying the poem and learning new vocabulary words by leaving us a review on iTunes. Feel free to also ask any questions that you may have by visiting the page for this episode: www.urduseekhiye.com/e25.  

In this episode further learn about the makra's manipulative ways and how the makhī sees through them. As always, this episode is full of great vocabulary such as to fly , to decorate , to stay , to appear , guests , comfort , tools , things , present/available , and bedding . A few questions are asked in this episode, so be sure to go to our website to post your answers: www.urduseekhiye.com/e25....

In the second part, we learn a bit more about the makhī. Looks like she won't be falling in the spider's jāl. Aamir ( the host of Urdu. Daan ) joins Shireen to bring you part 2.  Be sure to download the  PDF for this episode from the website: www.urduseekhiye.com/e25. Also be sure to subscribe so you don't miss part 3 of Ek Makṛā  aur Makhī. Have  questions? Let us know in the discussion section o...

This is part 1 of 6 of the poem a Spider and a Fly (ek makṛā aur makhī). It has a good lesson, but more importantly it's full of tons of great vocabulary words. Though a bit difficult, if you return to it again and again, it'll start to make sense and even be fun to listen to. This nazm (poem) is written by Alama Iqbal - a famous Urdu poet. Mahwash from Bachpan ki Kahaniyan , joins me to bring you...

In this episode Nadia and I show you how you can offer help to someone who has invited you to their home. Vocabulary words in this episode include sāf (clean), madad (help), isrār karnā (to insist), and magar (but), to name a few. Check it out and leave your questions on the page for this episode. www.urduseekhiye.com/e24  Download the PDF for this episode HERE . If you are enjoying the podcast, p...

As salām 'alaikum! Thank you for listening to this episode. This episode was released to make you aware of the amazing Urdu Handwriting course that we have developed in partnership with Handwriting Universe.  The link to register: www.bit.ly/UrduHandwriting Sorry the discount is no longer valid. It expired on July 02, 2021. However, if you cannot afford the full price, please email me and we can d...

In this episode learn to express pain and state where you are feeling pain . The request for this episode came from one of our listeners, so if you have a special request let Shireen know either by leaving a voice message HERE, or leave a message in the discussion boards! To download the free handout for this episode (or to leave a comment) go to the page for this episode: www.urduseekhiye.com/e23...

In this episode, learn how to figure out whether a noun in Urdu is feminine or masculine. Listen until the end to see if Shireen passes Travis' quiz of some really difficult nouns in Urdu. We realize there are some really difficult words in this episode so be sure to download the free PDF that comes with this episode: https://urduseekhiye.sellfy.store/ If you are enjoying the podcast, please consi...

In this episode Travis and Shireen focus on grammar, specifically the relative pronouns in Urdu. Can you provide example sentences of your own from this lesson? Be sure to share below them with us on our website: www.urduseekhiye.com/e21. Make sure to download the free handout as it contains various examples mentioned in the episode. Plus you can find out how to say the numbers 52 and 64, which we...

This episode does not fit into our theme of beginner episodes, but with all that's happening in the United States, we had to include this poem on the subject of the Black Lives Matter movement. This poem is by Aslam Gurdaspuri (a living poet). He can be found on Facebook if you want to learn more about him and see the complete poem. The YouTube video of the news anchor reciting the poem can be fou...