Algerian Darija,
taught properly.
The Arabic people actually speak in Algiers, not the Arabic in textbooks. I am Aymen, and I teach it, along with Modern Standard Arabic and Qur'an recitation.
- 5,493 words
- 7,599 sentences
- 160 lessons in the course
One minute, and you will know whether we are a good fit.
Lesson one needs no account. The free level never asks for a card. Already have an account?
10 students, 146 lessons between them. Read what they say
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جرّبTwo lines of a real conversation from the library, then two questions from the first lesson of the course. Nothing to sign up for.
From the library
The 7, the 9 and the 3 stand for sounds that have no letter in French or English. It is how Algerians write Derja to each other, and it is how everything here is spelled. The full key
From lesson one: What Derja is, and how this works
How do you ask a man how he is?
And how do you ask a woman?
Those were 2 of the 70 exercises in lesson one. The whole lesson is free, with no account. Keep going
Two ways to learn
طريقتانOn your own, with the course and the library. Or with me, in a lesson. Most people end up doing both.
The course and the library
160 lessons in 32 units, each lesson a page of notes in plain language and then exercises that make you use what you just read. Lesson one is free with no account. Behind it, 5,493 words and 7,599 sentences, in Arabic script, spelled out so you can say them, and translated into your language.
- Written by hand, by me, not scraped from anywhere
- Spelled with the 7, the 9 and the 3, the way Algerians text
- English, French, Spanish and Portuguese
- Your place kept, lesson by lesson, word by word
- 1 What Derja is, and how this works free
- 2 The sounds that are not in French or English
- 3 The emphatic letters
A lesson, one to one
Thirty minutes or a full hour, online, at a time you pick from my calendar. In the first one we work out your level honestly, name what you actually want to be able to say, and you leave with something you can use that same day.
- Algerian Darija, Modern Standard Arabic, or Qur'an and tajweed
- You speak and practise, rather than listen to me talk
- I correct clearly, as it happens
- You always know what comes next
See my free times aymen@learnwithaymen.com
What I teach
ما أدرّسهThree paths, each with its own structure. Tell me your goal and we follow the one that gets you there.
For speaking with family, connecting with your roots, travelling or living in Algeria, and understanding real conversations.
- The words of Algiers, not of Cairo or Beirut
- Spelled so you can say it before you can read it
- Real conversations: at the market, with family, in a taxi
For reading, writing and formal communication.
- Reading and writing, from the letters up
- Grammar in the order you actually need it
- The news, books and formal speech
For anyone who wants their recitation to improve, whether starting from zero or refining what they already have.
- Where each letter is made in the mouth, the makhaarij
- Tajweed applied to the verses you recite, not just listed
- From the short surahs, at your pace
What students say
آراء الطلبةTheir words, not mine. Every one of them has sat in a lesson with me.
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★★★★★
I'm really glad I started Derja with Aymen. His teaching style and explanations are clear, and his approach is nicely structured. The course material is well prepared and helpful, making the learning experience interactive and easy to follow. If you're wondering whether you should start, I highly recommend you take your first class with him, and you'll feel at ease by the end of the session.
Gabriel4 lessons · August 2026
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★★★★★
I'm slowly making progress and understanding the lessons even better… Aymen always explain everything clearly, which makes learning much easier. Always take his time to ensure that I fully understand.
Aydeen10 lessons · June 2026
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★★★★★
Akhi Ayman is really helpful when it comes to learning, he gives you all of the tools needed and above all kindly teaches you at your own pace. Best teacher I have ever had by far and truly recommend him for all as his style of teaching is truly amazing. Also is very easy on you with mistakes and makes sure you learn it instead of brushing over it, I cannot be more happy!
Sarkawt10 lessons · June 2026
Read the other 7
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★★★★★
He is a very great teacher, not only professionally, but also as a person. He takes time for each individual, adapts to every student, and is very patient. With him, you can learn to read and speak Arabic within just a few weeks. He is truly excellent.
Bilel36 lessons · April 2026
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★★★★★
I am an English speaker with no experience in French or the Algerian Darja. Aymen has guided me in just four weeks to be able to communicate clearly and effectively with the various people I will be meeting on my visit to Algiers… The lessons are more than listen and repeat… If you are an English speaker looking to learn Darja asap, I would highly recommend Aymen as a Tutor.
Rahat13 lessons · April 2026
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★★★★★
We are very happy with the Arabic lessons. The teacher structures the course fully according to my son's individual needs and learning pace… He is kind, patient, and explains concepts in a very clear and understandable way. I especially appreciate that he uses modern teaching methods and even creates his own customized learning materials… Highly recommended.
Ibrahim31 lessons · February 2026
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★★★★★
I just had my trial lesson and i am already excited to continue to learn arabic! He explained everything very well and with detail just how i like. Thank you so much
Petra5 lessons · November 2025
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★★★★★
Très bon professeur, Aymen est à l'écoute et patient avec les adolescents. Il sait s'adapter à leur rythme et les maintenir motivés, ce qui n'est pas toujours évident à cet âge. Mes deux enfants progressent régulièrement et apprécient vraiment les cours. Je recommande sans hésiter !
Lamia17 lessons · May 2026
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★★★★★
Super expérience avec Aymen ! Il est très pédagogue, patient et sait transmettre sa passion. Grâce à lui, j'ai pu progresser rapidement et avec confiance. Merci pour tout ! Je recommande !
Djennane4 lessons · March 2026
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★★★★★
Professeur exceptionnel, très pédagogue et toujours patient. Les cours sont bien structurés, dynamiques et adaptés à mon niveau. J'ai énormément progressé en darija grâce à ses explications claires et ses exemples concrets. Je recommande à 100 %
Ilyes16 lessons · January 2026
Start where you are.
I will take it from there.