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Top 6 reasons to learn Persian

Learn Persian fast and easily with our language course ‘Persian for beginners’.

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Learn Persian - First words
Hi! ‫سلام‬ salâm!
Hello! ‫روز بخیر!‬ ruz be khair!
How are you? ‫حالت چطوره؟ / چطوری‬ hâlet chetore?
Good bye! ‫خدا نگهدار!‬ khodâ negahdâr!
See you soon! ‫تا بعد!‬ tâ ba-ad!

6 reasons to learn Persian

Learning Persian opens doors to a rich cultural heritage. This ancient language gives access to centuries of poetry, literature, and philosophy that have influenced the world. Delving into Persian texts can provide a deeper understanding of the Middle East’s historical and cultural complexities.

Persian is widely spoken across Iran, Afghanistan, and Tajikistan, facilitating communication with millions. Knowing this language enhances travel experiences in these countries, allowing for more meaningful interactions with locals. It bridges cultural gaps, fostering mutual respect and understanding.

The challenge of learning Persian can stimulate cognitive development. It introduces learners to a new alphabet and linguistic structure, enhancing memory and analytical skills. This mental exercise can improve overall brain function and make learning additional languages easier.

Career opportunities expand with proficiency in Persian. The demand for Persian speakers in diplomacy, international relations, and intelligence is growing. Knowledge of Persian can provide a competitive edge in these fields, opening up unique job prospects.

Persian literature and poetry, known for their beauty and depth, become more accessible. Works by poets like Rumi and Hafez offer profound insights into the human condition and the world. Reading these texts in their original language enriches the experience, capturing nuances lost in translation.

Engaging with the Persian language fosters a greater appreciation for the region’s contributions to art, science, and philosophy. Persian has a long tradition of scholarly works that have shaped intellectual thought across various disciplines. Learning Persian can thus broaden one’s perspective, promoting a deeper understanding of global history and knowledge.

Persian for beginners is one of over 50 free language packs that you can get from us.

‘50LANGUAGES’ is the effective way to learn Persian online and for free.

Our teaching materials for the Persian course are available both online and as iPhone and Android apps.

With this course you can learn Persian independently - without a teacher and without a language school!

The lessons are clearly structured and will help you achieve your goals.

Learn Persian fast with 100 Persian language lessons organized by topic.