Molo! Learn isiXhosa
isiXhosa uses three click families (c, x, q) and a tonal system that shapes meaning. It is the home language of the amaXhosa nation and a proud literary tradition.
Rooted in the Eastern Cape, isiXhosa carries imbongi praise poetry, initiation customs, and the voices of Tiyo Soga, Nontsizi Mgqwetho and Nelson Mandela.
~8 million first-language speakers
Course levels
Beginner A1
12 automated lessons · 6 quizzes · 3 games · 1 assignment
Elementary A2
12 automated lessons · 6 quizzes · 3 games · 1 assignment
Intermediate B1
12 automated lessons · 6 quizzes · 3 games · 1 assignment
Upper-Intermediate B2
12 automated lessons · 6 quizzes · 3 games · 1 assignment
Advanced C1
12 automated lessons · 6 quizzes · 3 games · 1 assignment
Starter phrases with pronunciation
Molo
Hello (to one person)
MAW-law
Unjani?
How are you?
oon-JAH-nee
Ndiphilile, enkosi
I am well, thank you
ndee-pee-LEE-leh en-KAW-see
Ngubani igama lakho?
What is your name?
ngoo-BAH-nee ee-GAH-mah LAH-kho
Ndicela uncedo
I would like some help
ndee-CHEH-lah oon-CEH-doh
Hamba kakuhle
Go well (goodbye)
HAM-bah kah-KOO-shleh
Included learning materials
Learner workbook
Printable PDF and Word workbook per level, styled like this site.
Children's book
Illustrated story set in the provinces where the language lives.
Phrase dictionary
Thematic dictionary with pronunciation for every entry.
Audio pack
Downloadable pronunciation drills for offline practice.
Enrolled students download every isiXhosa workbook, children's book and dictionary from their dashboard.