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02:30 minsHave you ever wondered why the Urdu language seems so different from all other South Asian languages and how it developed a unique identity? Packed with unique sounds, and words formed in a structure that seems so lyrical, Urdu truly stands out. If you are someone who wants to understand the linguistic uniqueness of Urdu, then you’re at the right place! In a beginner-friendly way, Prof. Rizwan Ahamd will take you through the story of Urdu’s origin and development. You will gain an understanding of its evolution from a dialect to a full-fledged language with its own grammar and vocabulary. You will also learn the intricate nuances of Urdu's phonology, morphology, syntax, vocabulary, and script. So if you want to explore the beauty of the language on a deeper level, then join this wonderful expedition today!
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Rizwan Ahmad, a professor of Linguistics at Qatar University, received his Ph.D. from the University of Michigan, USA. Focusing on the sociolinguistic aspects of Urdu and Arabic for his research, his works have been published in leading journals like Language in Society and Journal of Pragmatics, etc. He has also contributed to Aljazeera, the Print, the Wire etc. along with making digital content on social media.
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A crash course designed to give an overview of origin and development of the Urdu language, literature, and culture.
A beginner-friendly interactive course to help you learn how to read and write the Urdu script.
An interactive course to explore Urdu’s most cherished words through poetic examples.
Alfaaz Part II brings another set of the most popular words used in Urdu poetry and prose.
Learn essential terminologies used in Urdu poetry to enrich your understanding of poetic texts.
Learn to appreciate classical poetry with a complete understanding of its poetics & intricacies.
Master the art of Ghazal writing & learn the basics of prosody in the most simple manner.
Learn about the most powerful literary movement of Urdu, its ideology, literature, and its eminent writers.
Add the elegance of Urdu into your daily conversation by learning key expressions and phrases.
This course is designed for performers and enthusiasts to enhance pronunciation and diction.
Immerse yourself in the poetic brilliance of Ghalib and unlock the hidden beauty of his poetry.