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Muneeb Ahmed
Urdu
Native
English
Spanish

From Pakistan

Living in Lahore, Pakistan

Professional Urdu Teacher Who Chose Poetry Over Programming Back in 2010, I was studying Computer Science at FAST University, Lahore. It seemed like the sensible path—one that promised a successful career. But something else kept pulling at me. I found myself spending more time with Urdu poetry than with programming. The beauty of the language fascinated me, and eventually I realized I was pursuing someone else's dream, not my own. So in 2011, I made what many people thought was a crazy decision: I left FAST and started over at GC University, Lahore to study Urdu. I've never regretted it. Today, I have spent more than a decade helping students from around the world discover the language I once chose over everything else. Whether your goal is to speak with family, travel in Pakistan, read Urdu script, enjoy the poetry of Ghalib and Faiz, or simply explore a new language, I'll design lessons around your interests and pace. Outside the classroom, I love learning languages myself. I'm currently learning Spanish, so I understand the excitement—and the frustrations—of being a language learner. That experience shapes the way I teach: patiently, practically, and with plenty of encouragement. If you're looking for more than just grammar—if you want to understand the culture, stories, and soul of Urdu—I would be delighted to help. I hope to see you in class.
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Interests

Reading
Art
Writing
Environment & Nature
Music
Trial Lesson
27 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
60-Minute Urdu Lesson
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Language Essentials
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Apryl
56 Urdu lessons
Muneeb Ji is an exceptionally knowledgeable and thoughtful Urdu teacher. His curriculum is both comprehensive and beginner friendly. It covers grammar, syntax, vocabulary, pronunciation, registers and more. He is also able to explain things spontaneously and in depth, especially word etymology. What really sets him apart is that he teaches Urdu within the culture it represents. Poetry, literature, history, and cultural context are woven naturally into lessons and give the language meaning beyond individual definitions. He is kind and supportive. As someone who has learned languages himself, he has insight into the challenges of language acquisition, which I have found especially helpful as a beginner. Homework is provided without pressure and corrections are made without criticism. Both beginners and advanced learners would benefit greatly from his depth of knowledge of Urdu and its cultural context.
Student ニコ nico
ニコ nico
6 Urdu lessons
he is so lovely and we are lucky to have access to him here on italki. he remembered me after over 6 years since our last lesson.
Shoaib A
15 Urdu lessons
Another excellent lesson with Muneeb bhai. We learned about poetic devices used in Urdu poetry and discussed some current events. Very gratfeful for his efforts.
Yaseen Khan
15 Urdu lessons
I have had 8 lessons with Muneeb Sir so far and they have been of excellent quality. He is a very encouraging teacher and varies his pace depending on previous Urdu experience to match up with the student. I get given extensive homework each lesson and he has a very vast knowledge of poetry and etymology which he draws upon to give you not only language learning but also the historical background upon which this great language is predicated.
Abaid Sajjad
39 Urdu lessons
Muneeb is a great teacher who tailors his lessons according to the student's capabilities. His vast knowledge of Urdu poetry and literature facilitates for very interesting and engaging lessons. I would highly recommend him!
Shoaib A
15 Urdu lessons
Another great lesson 👍🏽