Urdu Studies

A beginner's reading book in Urdu. Also contains a listing of vocabulary words with English translations. Produced by al-Ma'had Islami Waterfall, South Africa.

Teaches Urdu through short lessons on a variety of subjects. Key words introduced in each lesson are lsited separately. Important words have diacritical marks (zabar, zer, pesh) to aid in correct pronounciation. Comprehension exercises follow each lesson. Contents are aimed at reinforcing Islamic values.

The author is known as the Father of the Urdu language. This is the authentic reference work on Urdu grammar.

A good introductory book that will help you learn Urdu with ease.

Contains Urdu words and sentences followed by transliteration and translation in English. Each phrase is translated word-by-word followed by a translation in flowing English of the entire phrase. The level of the phrases increases as the book progresses. Produced by Madressa Islamia Benoni in South Africa.

A comprehensive academic discussion on all aspects of the teaching of Urdu.

Contains 40 reading lessons in Urdu. The lessons are both beneficial for teaching Urdu as well as inculcating Islamic messages in young children from an early age. Includes a list of vocabulary words at the end. Produced by the Watervaal Islamic Institute in South Africa.

This set of two books is ideal for teaching Urdu to small children. Starts with the basic alphabet and progresses into paragraphs, imparting Islamic knowledge for children along the way. All material is in Urdu, except for a list of vocabulary words at the end. Produced by the Watervaal Islamic Institute in South Africa.