AskaciLearn Eastern Armenian: the language of Armenia
Eastern Armenian is the official language of the Republic of Armenia. It is the one in the Askaci lessons. Here is where it is spoken, why choose it and how to learn it.
Eastern Armenian is spoken in Armenia, Iran, Russia and Georgia. It is the most widely spoken variety in the world. If you want to travel to Armenia, follow today’s Armenian media or talk with the majority of speakers, it is the one you need.
Why choose Eastern
- You are going to Armenia, or your family comes from there, or from Iran or Russia.
- You want the most useful variety day to day, to talk with the largest number of speakers.
- You are undecided: Eastern is the common base, with the same alphabet as Western. Read Eastern or Western: which to choose.
What the Askaci lessons cover
All 168 lessons and their audio follow Eastern Armenian, from the Basics level to Pro. Each word has audio (a synthetic voice), romanization and its meaning in your language. The Basics and A1 levels (36 lessons) are free.
A few words to start
- Բարև Barev Hello
- Այո Ayo Yes
- Ոչ Voch No
- Շնորհակալություն Shnorhakalutyun Thank you
- Խնդրեմ Khntrem Please
- Բարի լույս Bari luys Hello (morning)
A route to learn Eastern Armenian
- The alphabet: the 39 letters, with audio for each.
- Greetings and numbers: hello in Armenian, numbers.
- Everyday phrases and first verbs.
- Conversation with Ani, to put it all into practice.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Eastern Armenian spoken?
In Armenia, where it is the official language, in Iran, in Russia and in Georgia. It is the most widely spoken variety in the world.
Does Askaci teach Eastern Armenian?
Yes: the lessons and their audio follow Eastern, from the Basics level to Pro. The Basics and A1 levels are free.
Does Eastern help to understand Western?
Partly: same alphabet, a lot of shared vocabulary. The sounds of some consonants and a few words differ.