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Greg Stone
6 years ago
After several months of private online Hindi lessons, I can thoroughly recommend Zabaan. My friendly, patient and knowledgeable teacher, Riya, not only provides clear explanations of grammar and vocabulary, but also presents the language within a cultural context. Classes are flexible, informative and always interesting. After years of inconsistent attempts at self-learning Hindi, thanks to Zabaan I am finally making real progress.
Raquel M
2 years ago
I recently attended the free online Hindi writing course at Zabaan Language Institute, and it was a great experience. The instructor was enthusiastic, knowledgeable, patient, and very supportive, which made the sessions engaging and enjoyable.The course included helpful practice exercises and homework, which really encouraged me to work on my skills outside of class. It was clear the teacher cared about each student’s progress and was happy to answer questions and provide guidance.I’d definitely recommend this course to anyone looking to improve their Hindi writing skills and am interested in exploring more courses with Zabaan in the future.
Rachael Lindsay
4 years ago
I have enjoyed taking the in-person intermediate Hindi classes in the Delhi office, as well as now taking online classes which are very professional and enjoyable, and I receive homework that gets marked for each class. Highly recommend.
Cody Valdes
2 years ago
I am very happy to recommend Zabaan in the warmest terms for the one on one tutorials in Urdu I have received from the scholar of Urdu and Persian literature Dr. M. Raza and for the professionalism and efficiency of the student coordinator Keziah. After 50+ hours I continue to learn and enjoy the conversation practice and the study materials, which have been adapted to my own interests.
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For more than two decades, students from around the world have trusted Zabaan to help them achieve their language-learning goals. From complete beginners taking their first steps in Hindi, Urdu, Arabic, Persian, Sanskrit, Bengali, Punjabi, and other languages, to advanced learners conducting academic research, preparing for relocation, or deepening family and cultural connections, our students consistently achieve meaningful results.
With a multinational team of experienced instructors and a proven teaching methodology, Zabaan has helped thousands of learners develop real-world language skills and confidence. We are especially known for our highly regarded Hindi programs for expats, diplomats, researchers, and international students, as well as our Urdu programs for Hindi speakers seeking to expand their linguistic and cultural horizons.
Our greatest measure of success is the progress of our students—many of whom continue their studies with us for years, return to learn additional languages, or recommend Zabaan to friends, family, colleagues, and universities around the world.
Explore articles, language-learning tips, cultural insights, student stories, and updates from the Zabaan community. Whether you’re studying Hindi, Urdu, Arabic, Sanskrit, Persian, or another language, our blog is designed to help you learn more deeply and stay connected to the cultures behind the words.
Ali Taqi
Ali is the founder and director of Zabaan School for Languages. He was born and raised in Chicago to Indian parents. Ali has a bachelor’s degree in International Studies and a minor in Asian Languages and Literature from Loyola University Chicago. He has a special interest in Hindi grammar, linguistics, semantics, syntax, bilingualism, and language teaching techniques. Ali is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and teaches all three of these languages at Zabaan. He started his teaching career in Chicago in 2003 and permanently moved to New Delhi as an OCI in 2009 to start Zabaan School for Languages and has taught over 30,000 classes over his career. He has also trained all of Zabaan’s teachers.
Anshu
Anshu has been a dedicated instructor at Zabaan Institute for the past ten years, sharing her expertise in Hindi and Punjabi. Her academic background includes a Diploma in Sanskrit from St. Stephen’s College, Master’s degrees in Hindi and History from Delhi University, and a Bachelor of Education from Jammu University. She also speaks Bengali and Balochi. Beyond her linguistic skills, Anshu is passionate about dance, music, and travel, bringing a vibrant and multifaceted perspective to her teaching.
Jagannathan
Prof. Jagannathan is a linguist interested in syntax and theory of grammar. He also specializes in areas of applied linguistics such as language pedagogy and lexicography and has vast experience in researching and developing teaching methodologies for Hindi as a second and foreign language. He has written several books on Hindi grammar and usage and several Hindi dictionaries for learners of various proficiency levels. He currently teaches Hindi and Tamil at Zabaan and specializes in developing oral skills from the elementary level by using a variety of oral drills. He uses his own materials for his classes.
