You have to completely immerse yourself in the language, none of this learning from a CD bull. I've seen first-hand how hard it can be for people to learn a la

You have to completely immerse yourself in the language, none of this learning from a CD bull. I've seen first-hand how hard it can be for people to learn a language with a completely different alphabet. Try and learn the spoken language to at least a conversational level, until you attempt to learn the written form. If I could give 3 tips, I would suggest: 1. If it's an option, move to a country that speaks the language as a first language, and if you can limit the amount of English contact you have 2. Focus on grammar as well as vocabulary 3. Over-expose yourself to the language… watch Arabic tv, listen to Arabic radio and music …etc.