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Why Learn Pashto?

Pashto is one of two official languages in Afghanistan (the other is Dari Persian). Considered one of the most significant languages in the Eastern Iranian classification of languages, Pashto is spoken primarily in Afghanistan and northern Pakistan, where it’s also an official language of that country. The language is also spoken in scattered areas throughout Iran. 45 million people speak Pashto as their first language, with an additional 5 million using it as a second language. Spoken by more than half of Afghanistan’s total population. The Pashto alphabet is based on Arabic script, and the language is regulated by the Academy of Sciences in Afghanistan.
If you’d like to learn Pashto, there’s no better place to start than with Pimsleur. The Pimsleur Method™ is based on scientifically proven practices to speak conversationally and sets the foundation for you to learn Pashto. With Organic Learning, the Principle of Anticipation, Graduated Interval Recall, and Core Vocabulary, the Pimsleur Method has user-friendly Pashto lessons to get your learning started quickly.
You’ll broaden your cultural knowledge, converse with native Pashto speakers, and elevate your travel experiences when you learn to speak Pashto.
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The Best Way to Learn the Pashto Language
You may not remember, but when you first learned to speak your first language as a child and toddler, you listened to learn. You didn’t dive into textbooks or take endless grammar and pronunciation lessons. This simple yet effective method – by hearing Pashto being spoken and anticipating dialogue – is the best way to learn Pashto online.
With our mobile-friendly applications and exercises, you’ll also enjoy the benefit of learning anywhere, at any time! With a laptop or mobile phone, Pimsleur puts plentiful learning possibilities at your fingertips, with our 30-minute Core Lessons, an AI Voice Coach, digital flash cards, Speed Round Games, and much more. No matter where you are, it’s always a great time to learn to speak Pashto.
Why Choose Pimsleur for Online Pashto Lessons?
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Speak Pashto with Confidence. Read like a Native.
Through his research, Dr. Pimsleur found that traditional teaching methods like memorizing vocabulary, conjugating verbs, and practicing grammar actually SLOW DOWN your ability to learn Pashto. He called them the kiss of total silence because they made it nearly impossible to speak the Pashto language. It's the reason learning a language feels so difficult, when it should feel totally natural.
It makes sense when you think about it. Have you ever seen a toddler memorizing vocabulary lists? Or picking out parts of speech in a sentence diagram? Of course not. Children learn language the way we were meant to ‐ by listening. That's because we are hardwired to remember sounds and store them in our memory automatically.
It's the same way you pick up a song on the radio. You don't have to study the lyrics or understand musical notes and chords to remember a song. Chances are, if you hear a song once you can sing along the next time you hear it.
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Common Questions About Learning Pashto
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What does the Pimsleur Pashto subscription include?
The Pimsleur Pashto courses are divided into 30-minute lessons. With this premium package, you’ll have everything required to learn Pashto intuitively, guided by our expert lessons and exercises.
Hear expert Pashto speakers with our audio language training. Learn to speak Pashto with helpful pronunciation feedback with our AI voice coach. And build your vocabulary with each lesson. Our advanced method helps you anticipate the next word or phrase during conversations. Pimsleur will get you thinking in Pashto as you learn to speak the language.
Is Pimsleur effective for learning Pashto?
Your Pimsleur Pashto courses unlock key skills and educational practices to help you learn Pashto, all informed by the Pimsleur Method. This proprietary technique ensures you speak and listen your way to conversational competence. Like a child acquiring their first language, we focus on oral and aural abilities. It’s much more efficient than endless textbook sessions and boring grammar exercises!
Pimsleur’s Pashto lessons will have you speaking core words after your first lesson. As you continue your journey, you’re in prime learning mode, with helpful interactive tools like Digital Flash Cards, Speak Easy Conversations, and much more.
How long are Pimsleur Pashto lessons?
Pimsleur’s Pashto language course includes hours of world-class language instruction, divided up into half-hour lessons. And you can take our Pashto language courses as you see fit; Pimsleur’s platform is flexible enough to accommodate any schedule. In other words, we’ll make sure life doesn’t get in the way of your learning.
Convenience is key with your Pimsleur Pashto subscription. Learn on the go with our hands-free mode, ideal for absorbing the language in the car, on a walk, or any other remote scenario. Of course, you can set aside more than an hour at a time and accelerate your learning.