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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 b…
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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 f…
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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 ten…
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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 sm…
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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 …
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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 go…
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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 hav…
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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 g…
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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 leav…
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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 ha…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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 questio…
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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…
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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 …
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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 af…
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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 th…
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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.st…
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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 f…
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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 vid…
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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 discus…
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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 …
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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…
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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 le…
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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 som…
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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…
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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 question…
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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 …
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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. W…
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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 lis…
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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: r…
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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, sp…
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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, …
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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…
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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…
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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.…
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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 co…
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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 upd…
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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 t…
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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…
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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 …
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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 i…
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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 yo…
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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 …
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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.urduseekhi…
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Are you absolutely new to learning Urdu? You're in the right place! This introductory episode will tell you exactly what to expect from the Urdu Seekhiye podcast and YouTube channel. Come join Shireen on her journey to learning Urdu. Be sure to check out the website (www.urduseekhiye.com) where you can get all kinds of free resources for each episo…
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