SWAHILI+
This is the 'bonus' page for InterVarsity Kenya Global Program students starting to learn Swahili. Here you will find video tutorials, downloadable tutorial PDFs, worksheets, a helpful vocabulary list, and further resources.
Start with the videos (in order, of course). The Swahili tutorial PDFs are designed to be used in conjunction with the videos. They will help reinforce what you are learning, clarify sticking points, and make your time more fruitful.
Happy language learning! Safiri salama!
Start with the videos (in order, of course). The Swahili tutorial PDFs are designed to be used in conjunction with the videos. They will help reinforce what you are learning, clarify sticking points, and make your time more fruitful.
Happy language learning! Safiri salama!
Videos
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Documents
| Kenya GP Kiswahili Tutorial.pdf |
| Forming Simple Sentences in Kiswahili.pdf |
| Swahili Worksheet - a bit more advanced.pdf |
| Swahili Vocabulary.pdf |
Resources
Duolingo
Free iOS and Android app that allows you to learn at your own pace.
SwahiliPod101
Videos and podcasts featuring native speakers. Can either be a bit too slow or advance too quickly at times. You can sign-up for free, but the materials on the website are not always accurate.
Pimsleur Swahili Course (audio book)
An expensive course option if you buy it...BUT libraries often carry it (check digital collections), so you can check it out for free!
This is an excellent way to learn quality Swahili fast (30 minutes per day) with native speakers. Highly recommended!
Swahili Course
Free online course from the University of Kansas.
Teach Yourself Swahili
A Teach Yourself Language book. Can purchase the book separately or with CDs.
The older used versions are cheaper, and all can be found on Amazon.
FC LangMedia
YouTube series featuring short training videos with native speakers.
Swahili - English Dictionary
Free online Swahili Dictionary at AfricanLanguages.
Google Translate
Offers translations between Swahili and English, and vice versa.
Children's Books in Swahili
A Canadian website with multiple Swahili storybooks at multiple levels of reading.
Gospel of Matthew in Swahili Podcast
A great way to get some good listening practice!
BBC in Swahili
Have you already learned some Swahili, or are at an advanced level? Try reading and listening to news in Swahili!
Free iOS and Android app that allows you to learn at your own pace.
SwahiliPod101
Videos and podcasts featuring native speakers. Can either be a bit too slow or advance too quickly at times. You can sign-up for free, but the materials on the website are not always accurate.
Pimsleur Swahili Course (audio book)
An expensive course option if you buy it...BUT libraries often carry it (check digital collections), so you can check it out for free!
This is an excellent way to learn quality Swahili fast (30 minutes per day) with native speakers. Highly recommended!
Swahili Course
Free online course from the University of Kansas.
Teach Yourself Swahili
A Teach Yourself Language book. Can purchase the book separately or with CDs.
The older used versions are cheaper, and all can be found on Amazon.
FC LangMedia
YouTube series featuring short training videos with native speakers.
Swahili - English Dictionary
Free online Swahili Dictionary at AfricanLanguages.
Google Translate
Offers translations between Swahili and English, and vice versa.
Children's Books in Swahili
A Canadian website with multiple Swahili storybooks at multiple levels of reading.
Gospel of Matthew in Swahili Podcast
A great way to get some good listening practice!
BBC in Swahili
Have you already learned some Swahili, or are at an advanced level? Try reading and listening to news in Swahili!
