Learn Dari (Afghanistan Persian)
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Many people want to learn Dari to stay connected with Afghan family and friends, support humanitarian or business work, or better understand a region shaped by centuries of Persian-speaking culture. Dari acts as a lingua franca across much of Afghanistan, but many beginner courses rely on materials designed for Iranian Farsi rather than helping learners understand and use spoken Dari.
uTalk is the solution. We’ll help you avoid:
- Missing out on everyday conversations because resources focus on formal or written Iranian Persian
- Piecing together scattered phrasebooks that don't reflect how Dari is actually spoken in Afghanistan
- Guessing where to place stress and emphasis in Dari words instead of learning from native speakers
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Three steps to learn Dari fast
No classes to schedule. No confusing grammar rules to untangle. Just a clear path to learning Dari.
Start in minutes
Subscribe now, download the app or open the web app. Choose Dari and select your first category.
Get StartedPractise real phrases
Short lessons combine native speaker audio with memory-boosting games. Reviews focus more on the words you find hardest, so you learn faster.
Speak like a local
Try your new Dari in real life. Beginners and more experienced learners can build practical spoken language and start enjoying meaningful conversations with Afghan family and friends.
Why uTalk is the best Dari learning app
uTalk helps you learn how to speak and recognise a wide range of Dari words and phrases in this beautiful language. It's app-based, online and ready when you are.
Speak first
Practical content covering greetings, family, travel and everyday spoken Dari. Everything you need to start speaking from day one.
Authentic speakers
Learn from real Dari speakers, not computer voices. Hear the language exactly as it's spoken across Afghanistan.
Beginner friendly, fun and effective
Game-like practice builds your confidence. Lessons are short, focused and based on real-life situations.
Learn Dari online (common phrases and audio)
uTalk helps you learn how to speak and recognise key words and phrases. It's app-based, online and ready when you are.
خواهش میکنم من یک قهوه میل دارم.
Khwāhesh mekonam man yak qahwah mayl dāram.
I’d like a coffee, please.
سلام.
Salām.
Hello.
بلی.
Balay.
Yes.
بلی لطفاً.
Balay lotfan.
Yes please.
نخیر.
Nakhair.
No.
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نخیرتشکر.
Nakhair tashakur.
No thanks.
لطفاً.
Lotfan.
Please.
ازشما تشکر.
Az shomā tashakor.
Thank you.
ازشما بسیارزیاد تشکر.
Az shomā besyār zeyād tashakor.
Thank you very much.
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قابل تشکر نیست.
Qābele Tashakor nest.
You’re welcome.
لطفاً دو بیر.
Lotfan do bir.
Two beers, please.
سرویس
Sarwis
bus
موتر
Motar
car
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تکسی
Taksi
taxi
ریل
Rel
train
ایستگاه ریل
Istagāhe rel
railway station
میدان هوایی
Maidān hawāyi
airport
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هوتل
Hotal
hotel
پاسپورت
Pāsport
passport
تلیفون
tilifun
telephone
معذرت میخواهم.
Mazrat mekhwāham.
Excuse me.
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ساعت چند است؟
Sāat chand ast?
What time is it?
لطفاٌ میتوانید آنرا تکرار کنید؟
Lotfan metawāned ānrā takrār koned?
Can you repeat that please?
لطفاً آهسته تر صحبت نمایید.
Lotfan āhesta tar sohbat nemāyed.
Please speak more slowly.
من نمی فهمم.
Man namefahmam.
I don’t understand.
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ببخشید.
Bebakhshed.
Sorry.
تشناب ها کجا هستند؟
Tashnāb hā kojā hastand?
Where are the toilets?
تشناب زنانه
Tashnāb-e-zanāna
Ladies’ Toilet
تشناب مردانه
Tashnāb-e-mardāna
Gents’ Toilet
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ساحل بحر کجا است؟
Sāhel-e-bahr kujā ast?
Where is the beach?
بانک کجا است؟
Bānk kojā ast?
Where is the bank?
قیمت این چند است؟
Qimat-e-yin chand ast?
How much does this cost?
اعتبار کارت
Aetebār kārt
credit card
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ماشین های اتومات صرافی
Māshin hāye utumat-e-sarāfi
cash machine
خدا حافظ.
Khoda hāfez.
Goodbye.
پاراسیتامول
Parāsitāmol
paracetamol
کلید ها
Kelid hā.
keys
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نقشه
Naqsha
map
چپ
Chap
left
راست
Rāst
right
یک
Yak
one
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دو
Du
two
سه
Seh
three
Where is it spoken?
Afghanistan
Pakistan
Number of speakers
13,000,000
Language family
Indo-European
Indo-Iranian
Iranian
Fun facts | Dari
- A Dari proverb goes: 'a fast donkey is better than a slow horse', meaning 'choose what works best, not what looks best'.
- Rather than saying don’t bite off more than you can chew, in Dari you can’t hold two watermelons in one hand!
- Dari and Farsi, the Persian from Iran, are mutually understandable but Dari has a 'w' sound, while Farsi replaces it with a 'v'.
How our Dari lessons work
Learning Dari should feel straightforward from the start. Begin with greetings and high-frequency words, then progress through practical categories covering family, travel and everyday phrases used across Afghanistan. Lessons are short, focused and built for beginners, building conversational skills you can use in real life rather than just vocabulary lists. Native speaker audio helps you naturally learn pronunciation and stress patterns in Dari words. Memory-boosting tests reinforce your learning, and reviews adapt to focus on the words you find trickiest.
Pick a category and the app organises the content so you see quick progress early on. Each category is structured to teach practical phrases you can use straight away, whether you're connecting with family in Afghanistan, Afghan communities in Pakistan, or starting your own language learning journey from scratch. Follow a guided path or explore the categories at your own pace, whichever works for you. Switch categories any time, learn online or offline, on mobile or desktop. If you have questions, contact support. We're a friendly UK-based team and we're here to help.
Key points
- Dari is a variety of Persian spoken in Afghanistan and is one of the country’s two official languages, alongside Pashto.
- It's closely related to Iranian Persian (Farsi), and speakers of the two varieties can often understand one another to a considerable extent.
- Although the two languages share the same Persian ancestor, they have diverged over time and developed differences in pronunciation, vocabulary and everyday usage.
- In uTalk, Dari is offered as its own language, so you can focus on the version spoken across Afghanistan rather than on Iranian Persian.
Dari and its regional neighbours
- Dari is spoken across Afghanistan, but the wider region is home to a number of related languages.
- Whether you have connections elsewhere in Afghanistan or simply want to explore further, uTalk also offers Pashto.
“We help make learning Dari easy”
“We understand how frustrating it can be to search for Dari resources and find material aimed at Iranian Farsi or written Persian instead. At uTalk, we believe every language matters, which is why we recorded Dari with native Afghan speakers, so you can learn the language exactly as it's spoken at home.”
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Why learners trust uTalk for Dari
At uTalk, we are passionate about supporting languages that other apps often ignore. Our Dari content is recorded by native Afghan speakers, so every lesson gives you audio you can trust. The app works for English speakers and for speakers of more than 140 other languages. Check our reviews and see how learners are turning daily practice into real progress.
Your Dari language learning journey
Maybe you want to stay connected with Afghan family, support your work in the region, or better understand a culture shaped by centuries of Persian-speaking history. Dari is one of Afghanistan's two official languages. If it's a completely new language for you, finding lessons that focus on how it's actually spoken, rather than on written Iranian Persian, can be hard.
Get StarteduTalk can help. Start with First Words like salām and az shomā tashakor, then build everyday phrases you can use in real conversations. You'll listen to native Dari speakers, record yourself copying them and compare the two. Game-like practice makes it fun for beginners, while practical content helps more experienced learners fill gaps in their knowledge. Learn online or offline, follow a guided path or choose for yourself what to work on and when.
The outcome is simple. You'll speak Dari with confidence and understand more of what people say around you. You'll use your new skills with family, friends and the wider Dari-speaking community and you’ll unlock new experiences.
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Explore the Iranian language family
Dari belongs to the Iranian language family, a branch with deep roots across Central and South Asia. If you're curious to compare words, sounds or everyday phrases across the family, check out: Pashto, Persian (Farsi) and Tajiki.
These languages share deep historical roots and often recognisable vocabulary, so learning one Iranian language can give you a head start with the others.
Get StartedYour Dari questions, answered
Do you offer live online classes or is it just an app?
uTalk is an app and online language learning software. Lessons are digital, short and practical. If you want a tutor, the app still helps you prepare for class and review between sessions.
Can I start as a beginner?
Yes. The course begins with basic greetings and everyday words and phrases and takes you to an A1–A2 level on the CEFR scale. Some of our topics even cover material you’d learn as you grow your skills to B1 or B2.
What application languages do you support? Can I learn without English?
Yes. uTalk works for speakers of more than 140 languages. Choose the one that suits you in Settings.
How is content selected and ordered?
Topics are based on real-life situations. You can select any category and the app suggests a smart learning order for beginners. You can change it at any time.
How does uTalk compare with YouTube lessons?
YouTube can be useful, but it’s hard to check pronunciation or get structured reviews. uTalk gives you native speaker audio, games that test tricky words more often and a clear path from basic to practical use.
Is Dari the same as Farsi (Persian)?
They're closely related but not identical. Dari is one of Afghanistan's two official languages and the native language of many Tajiks, Hazaras, and other communities in Afghanistan. It shares much of its vocabulary and grammar with Farsi, the Persian spoken in Iran, and speakers of the two can generally understand one another, though pronunciation and some everyday words differ. In uTalk, you'll find Dari listed as its own language.
Is Dari on Duolingo?
No, Dari is not available on Duolingo. But it is available on uTalk, which features 150+ languages, highlighting and preserving languages from all over the world.
How fast can I learn to speak Dari?
Short, regular sessions work best. Many learners can handle simple conversations after a few weeks of steady practice. Your progress depends on how often you use the app and how much you review.
Can I learn Dari for free with uTalk?
Yes. Getting started with uTalk is easy, and you can cancel anytime. We want you to love uTalk, so we even offer a 28-Day Money Back Guarantee if you are not satisfied.
Where can I learn Dari with uTalk?
We’re available on iOS, Android, web, Mac and PC. Get started now and you’ll be directed to download uTalk for your device.
Topics
- First Words
- Transport
- Restaurant
- Food and Drink
- Cooking
- Places
- Directions
- Illness
- Doctor
- Body
- Emergencies
- Social Phrases
- Leisure
- Likes and Dislikes
- Football Match Abroad
- Football Commentary
- Sports
- Shopping Words
- Fruit
- Vegetables
- Clothes
- Ingredients
- Home
- Bathroom
- Kitchen
- Tools
- Family
- Occupations
- Animals
- Animals' Bodies
- Farming
- Technology
- School
- Business
- Numbers up to Twenty
- Numbers up to Ten Million
- Essential Phrases
- Adjectives
- Prepositions
- Colours
- Countries
- Calendar
- Time
- Timetable
- Outdoors
- Holiday
- Skiing
- Camping
- Golf
- Sailing
- Driving
- Olympics
- Summer Olympics
- Winter Olympics
- Military Commands
- Military Peace Keeping
- Military Intelligence
- Accommodation
- Shopping Phrases
- Travelling
- Free Starter Words
- Disaster Relief - Volunteers
- Natural Disasters
Get by with basic greetings, words and phrases including 'hello', 'thank you' and 'I'd like a coffee please'.