This course introduces students to the Hindi language, focusing on essential language skills for basic conversation, reading, and writing. Through interactive lessons, students will learn the Hindi alphabet, fundamental grammar, essential vocabulary, and common expressions. By the end of the course, they will be able to form simple sentences, engage in basic conversations, and read and write elementary Hindi.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

Recognize and pronounce the Hindi alphabet
Read and write simple words and sentences in Hindi
Understand and use basic grammar concepts
Build vocabulary to engage in everyday conversations
Develop confidence in speaking Hindi through practice dialogues

Target Audience

Kids and beginners interested in learning the Hindi language
Individuals seeking foundational language skills for conversational Hindi
Students aiming to understand basic reading and writing in Hindi

Course Outline

Week 1-3: Introduction to Hindi Alphabet and Sounds

Session 1: The Hindi Alphabet - Vowels
- Introduction to Hindi vowels (????) and their pronunciation
- Writing practice for each vowel
- Practice: Pronunciation exercises
Session 2: The Hindi Alphabet - Consonants
- Introduction to Hindi consonants (??????)
- Writing and practicing consonant sounds
- Practice: Matching sounds to letters
Session 3: Combining Vowels and Consonants
- Understanding matras (vowel markers) in Hindi
- Forming simple syllables and words
- Practice: Reading and writing simple words
Session 4: Basic Pronunciation Practice
- Pronunciation tips for Hindi sounds
- Distinguishing similar sounds
- Practice: Pronunciation and listening exercises

Week 4-6: Building Vocabulary and Common Phrases

Session 5: Essential Vocabulary - Family, Numbers, and Colors
- Learning common words for family members, numbers 1-10, and colors
- Practice: Vocabulary games and flashcards
Session 6: Everyday Greetings and Introductions
- Common greetings, introductions, and polite expressions
- Practice: Role-play exercises for greetings and basic introductions
Session 7: Vocabulary for Daily Routines
- Words related to daily activities (e.g., eating, playing, studying)
- Practice: Creating sentences about daily routines
Session 8: Common Phrases and Expressions
- Learning simple conversational phrases
- Practice: Basic dialogues using learned phrases

Week 7-8: Basic Grammar Concepts

Session 9: Introduction to Sentence Structure
- Understanding subject-verb-object structure in Hindi
- Creating simple sentences
- Practice: Building sentences with familiar vocabulary
Session 10: Using Pronouns and Simple Verbs
- Introduction to pronouns and frequently used verbs (e.g., ???? - to be, ???? - to do)
- Forming sentences using pronouns and verbs
- Practice: Sentence formation exercises
Session 11: Introduction to Tenses (Present Tense)
- Learning basic present tense structure
- Practice: Talking about current activities
Session 12: Negative Sentences
- Forming negative sentences (e.g., “I don’t have,” “I am not”)
- Practice: Converting sentences into their negative forms

Week 9-10: Reading and Writing Practice

Session 13: Reading Simple Words and Sentences
- Techniques for reading and recognizing words
- Practice: Reading short sentences and simple stories
Session 14: Writing Practice - Short Sentences
- Writing exercises for simple sentences
- Practice: Copying and writing from memory
Session 15: Reading Practice - Basic Short Stories
- Reading comprehension exercises with simple stories
- Practice: Reading aloud with peer feedback
Session 16: Writing Simple Descriptions
- Writing short descriptions about self, family, or daily routine
- Practice: Sharing and discussing written work