Eastern Armenian for Beginners: Mastering the Basics
What you'll learn
- Greet in Armenian at different times of the day
- Ask and answer personal questions
- Introduce yourself, including where you are from and what language you speak
- Understand and use formal and informal language appropriately
- Talk about how you feel and ask others about their feelings
- Count in Armenian
- Express what you have and what you don’t have
- Talk about your family members
Requirements
- No prior knowledge of Armenian is required—this course is perfect for beginners.
- Access to a device with internet connection to watch video lessons and practice.
Description
Welcome to Eastern Armenian for Beginners: Mastering the Basics – a foundational course developed by the Learn Armenian Online project. This course is thoughtfully designed for learners who seek a gentle, practical, and structured introduction to Eastern Armenian for everyday communication and meaningful interactions.
Over 7 well-paced lessons, you’ll build essential vocabulary, learn to form useful and simple dialogues, and become familiar with key aspects of Armenian grammar. The focus is on spoken language, distinguishing formal and informal speech, and using culturally relevant expressions that reflect real-life situations.
This course is ideal for heritage learners, travelers, language enthusiasts, or anyone curious about Armenian culture and communication. Whether you're learning for personal enrichment, reconnecting with your roots, or preparing for a visit to Armenia, this course offers clear guidance, friendly instruction, and useful tools.
What’s included:
Bite-sized, engaging, and accessible video lessons
Core vocabulary and grammar broken down simply
Real-life dialogues and culturally informed examples
A focus on basic fluency and confident speaking
By the end of the course, you’ll be able to:
Greet others naturally and appropriately
Introduce yourself and ask common personal questions
Talk about how you feel, where you’re from, and your family
Use essential grammar like pronouns, possessives, and present-tense verbs
Start your Armenian language journey with confidence and purpose—one meaningful step at a time.
Who this course is for:
- Beginners interested in learning conversational Eastern Armenian for travel, culture, or personal growth.
- Anyone looking for a clear, step-by-step introduction to basic Armenian language and everyday communication.
Instructors
I am the founder of the Learn Armenian Online (LAO) project, dedicated to providing culturally rich Armenian language instruction to learners of all levels and backgrounds. Whether you're just starting out, reconnecting with your heritage, or advancing your skills, LAO offers a flexible, thoughtful approach tailored to diverse goals and experiences.
Our team combines native-speaker expertise and structured video lessons to help students confidently engage with the Armenian language in everyday life or professional contexts.
I'm an Armenian language teacher and course creator with over a decade of experience. I spent 8 years as a Language and Cross-Cultural Facilitator with Peace Corps Armenia, helping learners immerse in both language and culture. Since then, I’ve developed my own online courses and taught students from around the world. My mission is to make learning Armenian engaging, practical, and meaningful—wherever you are.