Deewan Arabic Podcast

Episode Description: “What Does It Mean to Be a Foreigner in Jordan?”

In this episode, we sit down with a diverse group of foreigners living in Jordan to explore what “foreigner” truly means from their perspective.
Through honest, personal, and sometimes emotional conversations, our guests share their daily experiences, cultural discoveries, and the challenges and joys of building a life far from home.

Do they still feel like outsiders?
What moments made them feel welcomed — or different?
And most importantly: Do they consider Jordan home?

From navigating language and traditions to forming friendships and finding belonging, this episode offers a heartfelt look into what it means to live between cultures.

Whether you’re Jordanian, a foreign resident, or simply curious about life abroad, this conversation will open your eyes to the many layers of identity, belonging, and community in Jordan.
To learn more about our curriculum books and our digital library:
The Guide to Deewan Arabic Podcast (season one)
The Guide to Deewan Arabic Podcast (Season Two)
The Guide to Deewan Arabic Podcast (Season Three)
The Comprehensive Guide to Levantine Arabic (Beginner level)
The Comprehensive Guide to Levantine Arabic (Intermediate level)
The Comprehensive Guide to Levantine Arabic (Advanced level)
The Comprehensive Guide to M.S.A (Beginner level)
Everyday Arabic Idioms: عبارات يومية
The 1000 Most Used Words in Spoken Arabic
Levantine Kitchen Guide: My Mama's Recipes
Deewan Digital Arabic Resource Library
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In this final episode, I'll introduce you to my best friend Sara — how we met, how we spend time together, and more.
Here are the vocabulary words for this episode to help you practice and expand your knowledge.
أَحسَن - Better / Best
الصّداقَة - Friendship
قَريبِِة - Close (feminine)
هَداك - That (masculine)
نْقَضّي - We spend (time)
بنِتْخانَق - We fight / Argue
بَسيطَة - Simple / Small (feminine)
نِتصالَح - We make up / Reconcile
بتِفهَمني - She understands me (feminine)
بتوثَق - She trusts
بِتشارِكني - She shares with me
أَسرارْها - Her secrets
دَعِم - Support
احتِرام - Respect

In this episode, we’ll take a look at one of the most popular areas in Amman — Jabal Al-Weibdeh, home to Deewan! We’ll explore the activities, features, and everything that makes this neighborhood unique.
Here are the vocabulary words for this episode to help you practice and expand your knowledge.
قَديمِة– old (feminine)
شَجَر – trees
أَزْمِة – traffic jam / crisis
أَماكِن – places
مَحَلِّيِّة – local (feminine)
بَسَلِّم – I greet / I hand over
ثَقافي – cultural
فَعالِيّات – events / activities
حَفْلات – parties / concerts
بَقدَر – I can / I’m able to
أَسمَع – I hear / I listen
أشوف – I see
فَنّانين – artists (performers)
رَسّامين – painters / illustrators
بِسهولِة – easily
بَنصَحَك – I advise you

In this episode, I'll introduce you to my cat Simsim—what she looks like, her habits, what she enjoys doing, and so on. It's perfect for beginner-high learners who want to build confidence in using Arabic.
Here are the vocabulary words for this episode to help you practice and expand your knowledge.
بِسّتي – My cat
بتِتْمَدَّد – She stretches out
بَهْتَم فيها – I take care of her
بتاخُد قَيلولِة – She takes a nap
بَلاقيها – I find her
بتُرْكُض – She runs
شَقِيِّة / مُشاغِبِة – Naughty / Mischievous
تِتْخَبّى – She hides
بتِتْمَسَّح فيي – She rubs against me
الأَكِل الجاهِز – Ready-made food / Takeout

Food is the quickest way to anyone's heart, and that’s exactly what this episode is all about! I'll take you to my favorite restaurant in Amman while focusing on food-related vocabulary. It's perfect for beginner-high learners who want to build confidence in using Arabic.
Here are the vocabulary words for this episode to help you practice and expand your knowledge.
هاديِة - Quiet
أَكلِة - Dish
طَبَق - Plate/Dish
طازَة - Fresh
الأَسْعار - Prices
مُناسِبِة - Reasonable/Suitable
الوَجبِة - The Meal
بنُطْلُب - We order
لازِم - Must/Have to