Urdu Seekhiye

In this episode Shireen and Travis show you how to haggle with shop keepers, a practice very common in South Asia. You'll hear key vocabulary such as too expensive , show me ,   how much ,   price ,   to buy , and many more. Be sure to download the handout for this episode from our website: www.urduseekhiye.com/e19. Have any questions, post them on the discussion section of the website or email Sh...

In this episode we learn how to work with object pronouns in Urdu using the extended oblique case. If you're not a fan of grammar (like myself) then you'll find this lesson very helpful as we use several examples to break down the grammar concept. Be sure to download the handout from episode 18's page (www.urduseekhiye.com/e18) otherwise you might find yourself a bit lost. If you are enjoying the...

In this episode we partner with Mahwash Rehman from Bachpan ki Kahaniyan , a podcast retelling children's stories in Urdu. It's a great resource for those who already have some exposure to Urdu, but want to improve their vocabulary (like Shireen). Want to learn more about the women's cricket team in Pakistan? Check out Mahwash's book: Women in Green. If you want to hear Mahwash in her element chec...

We are living in different times right now. This episode will better prepare you to ask others how they are doing health-wise and whether they are washing their hands and doing their part by staying home. Vocabulary from this episode includes, health , social distancing , with care , with caution , flu , cough , and fever among many others.  Be sure to let us know your thoughts in the discussion s...

In this episode I'm joined by a loyal listener, Alessia. Listen to this episode to learn more about why she's learning Urdu. Did I mention she's Italian!?  She's a great example of how no language is too difficult to learn if enough time is given to practicing it - she speaks at least three other languages.  In this episode we show you how to ask someone why they are so late, and how to apologize...

Nayā sāl mubārak ho! In this episode learn how to wish someone a happy new year. In this episode Sara joins me again, and since she's just returned from Pakistan she shares a bit about her trip to Pakistan. Do you want to know more about her trip? Feel free to ask your questions in the discussion section of the site: www.urduseekhiye.com/e15. Happy New Year! Please help us spread the word about th...

Join Naeema and me as we discuss how to ask someone what he/she does for a living. Also learn how to ask someone how long they have been doing a certain activity. Vocabulary words in this episode include verbs like to write , to sing , and to work.  We’d love it if you started a conversation about this topic below. Let us know if you have any questions! Thank you for listening!! If you need assist...

In this episode Leah, a polyglot, joins us from Germany. Leah, one of our listeners, was kind enough to share her story (listen to the end of E11 to hear it) with the Urdu Seekhiye community. Today, Leah and I share useful phrases that will come in handy when talking over long distances (over Skype or Whatsapp). In this episode you’ll learn how to say the following in Urdu: How is everyone doing?...

In this episode, Sara and I talk about how you can ask where something is. You will also learn a little bit about the DC train system (only a little). The vocabulary words from this episode include near , far , stop sign , left , right , tonight , don't know , and much more.  Be sure to answer the three questions on the website: www.urduseekhiye.com/e12 . We LOVE hearing from you! (Use the voice m...

Humaira is back for E11! In this episode, learn about how to discuss the weather and ask others whether they like the heat (or the summer). We talk about how the rain in perceived here (in the West) vs. there (in South Asia). Some of the vocabulary in this episode include summer, rain, weather, picture and biryani.  We also meet Leah, one of our listeners. She shares with US why she’s learning Urd...

STEP 1: Watch the Kingtox Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qYjF-BUuz7E . STEP 2: Enjoy listening to Episode 10 - part 2 :) STEP 3: Download the handout for this episode on our website - www.urduseekhiye.com/e10 In this episode, Shireen translates the funny (and viral) Kingtox Commercial. Some of the vocabulary words in this episode are: right hand side, spoon, tea, and understand. We al...

STEP 1: Watch the Kingtox Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qYjF-BUuz7E . STEP 2: Enjoy listening to Episode 10 :) STEP 3: Download the handout for this on our website: www.urduseekhiye.com/e10 In this episode, Shireen translates the funny (and viral) Kingtox Commercial. Some of the vocabulary words in this episode are: right hand side, spoon, tea, and understand. We also cover how to ma...

In this episode Anjum and I show you how to ask someone how they get to work, and how to tell someone that you're unemployed. These are the questions for this episode: How would you say the following in Urdu? How do you make biryani? I operate a business. That is an easy task. This is very fragile. (fragile = nāzuk) I go by bus, car, train, metro, etc. Remember to post your answers either on the e...

In this episode, learn how to ask someone what type of food they like - more specifically whether they like meat. Humaira and I also talk about what we can and cannot do. Vocabulary words covered in this episode include type , meat , to like , to try , besides , and to cook . Be sure to download the handout for this episode. Also, check out our brand new website and be sure to begin discussions at...

Join Aaisha and me as we discuss how to ask someone how his/her day is going. Learn to use the colloquial phrase tum sunāo . Vocabulary words in this episode include hungry , relax , time , and thank God !  Let us know if you have any questions! Thank you for listening!! Download the free PDFs HERE . Be sure to let US know if you have any questions on the episode's page: Listen to Episode 07 Here...

In this episode learn how to ask someone if something belongs to them.  Even though this episode is short, it has some great vocabulary words like book , to use , and of course .  You get additional practice with demonstrative pronouns such as this & that .  Be sure to let US know if you have any questions on the episode's page: Listen to Episode 06 Here . If you are enjoying the podcast, please c...

In this episode, Wajiha and I show you how to ask someone how many brothers or sisters they have. This episode is also full of new vocabulary such as small , younger , older , how old , middle , and approximately .  Be sure to let US know if you have any questions on the episode's page: Listen to Episode 05 Here . If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a review on iTunes HERE...

In this episode you'll learn how to ask someone how many brothers and sisters he/she has. We have some fun and easy questions at the end of the episode for you to answer. We'll post the answers on our website. Be sure to also download the PDF handout for this episode from www.urduseekhiye.com/e05 Be sure to follow us on Social Media for regular updates: Twitter: @UrduSeekhiye Instagram: @UrduSeekh...

With this episode learn how to ask how something is said, “How do you say _____?” Also learn how to say kite , water , and our demonstrative pronouns this and that . Be sure to let us know if you have any questions on the page linked below. Do you have a particular topic in mind that you’d like us to include in our next episode? Let us know! Be sure to let US know if you have any questions on the...

Learn how to ask why someone is learning something in an informal tone with this episode. You can download the transcript by clicking HERE . Questions? Email us at UrduSeekhiye@gmail.com Thank you for listening!! If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a review on iTunes HERE . It'll greatly help spread the word. Thank you so much for listening and subscribing!

Even though this episode is short, it has some great vocabulary words. Learn how to ask someone why they are learning something. This episode includes words such as beautiful , language , and country . Learn how to talk about your abilities with episode 3.  There are several ways to address a person. Using āp (you) is the most formal way. We also have a tum version of this episode, be sure to list...

Learn how to ask your family and friends how they are (in an informal tone) with this episode. Download the FREE transcript by clicking HERE . Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram or YouTube! @UrduSeekhiye Got questions? Suggestions? Email Shireen at Shireen@UrduSeekhiye.com If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a review on iTunes HERE . It'll greatly help spread the word....

In this episode, learn how to ask someone how he/she is doing in Urdu. Let them know that you are happy and ask them about their plans. Vocabulary from this episode includes possessive adjectives āp kā and merā , and other words such as: xušī (happiness), kahāṅ , and mileṅge . Be sure to make use of the feature allowing you to speed up the audio if you think it's too slow. If something doesn't mak...

This episode will get you prepared to introduce yourself to your Urdu speakers. Say hello, ask them their names, inquire about where they’re from, and let them know what a pleasure it was to meet them.  There are several ways to address a person. Using āp (you) is the most formal way. We also have a tum version of this episode, be sure to listen to them both by visiting the link below.    Be sure...

In this episode, learn how to ask someone their name and where they are from. Feel free to download the handout directly from HERE . Please do visit our website to ask your question(s) and start discussion(s) on this topic! We love hearing from our listeners! For more resources on this episode, check out the show notes on our website: www.urduseekhiye.com/e01