Preserve your language and culture for the next generation. Lingoma makes it easy for parents and children to learn Somali through engaging lessons, cultural stories, and interactive activities.
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Comprehensive learning tools designed for English speakers
High-quality videos with native speakers teaching pronunciation, grammar, and conversational Somali.
Detailed lesson notes, vocabulary lists, cultural insights, and example sentences for every lesson.
Track your progress with quizzes, earn achievements, and watch your skills grow with detailed analytics.
Join weekly live sessions with experienced instructors for practice, Q&A, and cultural discussions.
Our comprehensive academic course takes you from complete beginner to intermediate fluency through a structured, proven curriculum aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).
Beginner
Estimated: 2-3 months
Start with the Somali alphabet, basic greetings, numbers, and simple everyday conversations. Learn present tense verbs and essential vocabulary for family, food, and home.
Elementary
Estimated: 3-4 months
Expand your vocabulary with topics like shopping, travel, and health. Master past and future tenses, and have longer conversations about daily life and personal experiences.
Intermediate
Estimated: 4-5 months
Master complex grammar structures, discuss abstract topics like politics and culture, express opinions, and achieve conversational fluency in both formal and informal settings.
Real learners reconnecting with their heritage
"I can finally speak with my grandmother in her native language! The structured lessons and cultural context made learning so much more meaningful than just memorizing words."
Amina Hassan
Completed A2 Level
"I always wanted to connect with my Somali roots. Lingoma's academic approach gave me the foundation I needed. The live classes really help with pronunciation and confidence."
Mohamed Ali
Currently in B1 Level
"From not knowing a single word to having full conversations in 10 months. The progression from A1 to B2 was perfectly paced. Best investment I've made in myself!"
Fatima Ahmed
Completed Full Course
5,000+
Active Learners
120
Total Lessons
15+
Countries
92%
Completion Rate
Everything you need to know about learning Somali with Lingoma
Our academic course takes you from complete beginner (A1) to upper-intermediate (B2) level according to the CEFR framework. By the end, you'll be able to have fluent conversations, read Somali texts, write effectively, and understand native speakers in most situations. This is equivalent to conversational fluency.