Igbo Language Learning Study Guide
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Welcome to Igbo Language Learning Study Guide for Igbo Language Faculty.
In this study guide, you’ll find a list of different high-quality resources to help you learn and achieve mastery of Igbo language.
Find the Table of Contents, along with summaries for each topic covered below.
Learn Igbo With Stories (Listening Exercises)
Learn Igbo With The Story of Eri and How Yam Came To Be
Summary: Learn Igbo language through “The Story of Eri and How Yam Came to Be in Igbo Land” — a tale from Igbo mythology and folklore, written by Oma and translated by Uzoma Veer. You’ll learn and practice key Igbo words such as: ancient, blacksmith, grave, war, earth, world, anthill, wind, bloodline, first son, first daughter, and faithful. This story is Open Access (available to the public).
Learn Igbo With The Myth of Oji Igbo
Summary: Learn Igbo language through “The Myth of Oji Igbo” — a tale from Igbo mythology and folklore, written by Oma and translated by Uzoma Veer. You’ll learn and practice key Igbo words such as: Mgbàlà, Ísì, Ísùsù, Èhì, Ósìsì, Ébìghi èbì, Àmàmíhè.
Learn Igbo With The Story of The Price of Immortality
Summary: Learn Igbo language through “The Price of Immortality (A Death Story)” — a tale from Igbo mythology and folklore, written by Oma and translated by Uzoma Veer. You’ll learn and practice key Igbo words such as: Epidemic, Balance, Immortlity, Plan, Natural Cycle, Solution.
Learn Igbo With The Story of Mbe and the Grain of Maize
Summary: Learn Igbo language through “Mbe and the Grain of Maize” — a tale from Igbo mythology and folklore, written by Oma and translated by Uzoma Veer. You’ll learn and practice key Igbo words such as: ìzé ǹdụ́, àkpà, mgbede, mkpuchite, mpi, àlàọ́chị́chị́, ụ̀nwụ́.
Learn Igbo With The Story of Why Hawks Stay Out of Sight During Rainy Seasons
Summary: Learn Igbo language through “The Story of Why Hawks Stay Out of Sight During Rainy Seasons” — a tale from Igbo mythology and folklore, written by Oma and translated by Uzoma Veer. You’ll learn and practice key Igbo words such as: ụ̀nwụ́, àmaègwùrèégwù, ọ́hụ́ụ́, mmèrụ́, ǹgwùgwu, ụ́làrị́, ìgwé òjìì.
Learn Igbo With The Story of The Origin of Day and Night
Summary: Learn Igbo language with “The Story of Origin of Day and Night” — a tale from Igbo mythology and folklore, written by Oma and translated by Uzoma Veer. You’ll learn and practice key Igbo words such as: ǹté, ànwànsị́, àjàdú, mgbị́rị́gbà, ọ́tụ́mọ́kpọ́.
Learn Igbo With The Story of the Tortoise and Pig
Summary: Learn Igbo language through “The Story of the Tortoise and the Pig” — a tale from Igbo mythology and folklore, written by Oma and translated by Uzoma Veer. You’ll learn and practice key Igbo words such as: àpị́tị́, àghụ́ghọ́, ùméngwụ́, ányàùkwú, ùsèkwú, mkpó, éjìjé.
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Free Beginner’s Level Lessons ↓
Introduction to Igbo alphabet (Abịdị Igbo) taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: An introduction to the Igbo alphabet (abịdị Igbo), focusing on the first half of the letters and common words they begin. Includes slides for visual support and a pronunciation guide for audio support. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
Introduction to Igbo alphabet (Abịdị Igbo) Part 2 taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: An introduction to the other half of Igbo alphabet (abịdị Igbo), with common words they begin. Includes slides for visual support and a pronunciation guide for audio support. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
Igbo Vowels (Ụdaume) taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: An introduction to the eight Igbo vowels (udaume), with common words they begin. Includes slides and flashcards for visual support. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
Pronunciation and Tonal system taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: An introduction to the pronunciation and tonal system, focusing on intonation of Igbo words and the five major rules for marking tones for pronunciations. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
Pronunciation and Tonal System (Part 2) taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: Part 2 of the introduction to the pronunciation and tonal system, focusing on intonation of Igbo words and the five major rules for marking tones for pronunciations. Includes slides shared with the group for visual support. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
Basic Igbo Greetings & Expressions taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: A lesson on Basic Expressions and Greetings in Igbo Language. Includes slides and flashcards shared with the group for visual support. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
Introduction to Numbers 1- 10 in Igbo (Ọnụ ọgụgụ) taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: An Introduction to Numbers 1-10 in Igbo Language. Includes flashcards shared with the group for visual support. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
Formation of Bigger Numbers in Igbo taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: An Introduction to bigger numbers 100 - 1 billion in Igbo Language. Includes flashcards shared with the group for visual support. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
Cardinal and Ordinal numbers taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: An Introduction to Ordinal and Cardinal Numbers in Igbo Language. Includes slides shared with the group for visual support. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
Introduction to Time & Date in Igbo Language taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: An Introduction to Time and Date in Igbo Language. Includes slides shared with the group for visual support. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
Time & Date in Igbo Language (Part 2) taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: Time and Date in Igbo Language (Part 2). Includes slides shared with the group for visual support. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
Time & Date in Igbo Language (Part 3) taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: Another Igbo language lesson on Time and Date in Igbo Language (Part 3). This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
Introduction to Colors in Igbo taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: An Introduction to Colors in Igbo Language. Includes slides and flashcards shared with the group for visual support. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
Different Types of Pronouns in Igbo Language taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: Learn about Grammar and lexicals in Igbo language. At the end of the lesson, students should be able to know what Pronouns and their types are in Igbo language. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
Pronouns & Vowel Harmony in Igbo Language taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: Introduction to Subject and Object equivalents in sentences (pronouns) in Igbo language. At the end of the lesson, students should be able to know how to say “me”, “I”, “them”, “we”, etc in Igbo language. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
Word formation & Translation Practices in Igbo Language taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: Continuation of Introduction Subject and Object equivalents in sentences (pronouns) in Igbo language. At the end of the lesson, students should be able to know how to arrange and construct sentences in Igbo language. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
How to Use Pronouns, Conjunctions & Verb Patterns in Igbo Language taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: Part three on Introduction to Subject and Object equivalents in sentences (pronouns) in Igbo language. At the end of the lesson, students should be able to know how to arrange and construct sentences in Igbo language. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
Reviews and Open Discussions on Beginner’s Level taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: Revisions and open discussions of main ideas covered in previous sessions. At the end of the lesson, students should be able to recall the most important ideas taught at Beginner’s Level of this Igbo language classes series. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
↓ Free Intermediate Level Lessons
How to Identify a Noun in Igbo Language taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: Introduction to Common nouns and their usage. At the end of the lesson, students should be able to know what a noun is in Igbo language. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
Common Adjectives and Their Usage in Igbo Language taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: Introduction to Common adjectives and their usage. At the end of the lesson, students should be able to know what an adjective is in Igbo language. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
Common Verbs and Verb Roots in Igbo Language taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: Introduction to verbs and verb roots in Igbo. At the end of the lesson, students should be able to know how to use verbs in Igbo language. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
Subject-Verb Agreement and Word Order in Igbo Language taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: Introduction to Subject-Verb Agreement and Word Order. At the end of the lesson, students should be able to know how to apply them in Igbo language. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
Verbs and Sentence Patterns for Expressing Actions in Igbo Language taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: This teaching is on to Verb and Sentence Patterns for Expressing Actions in Igbo language. At the end of the lesson, students should be able to know how to express actions in Igbo. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
Building Vocabulary Related to Family in Igbo Language taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: This teaching is on to Vocabulary related to family in Igbo language. At the end of the lesson, students should be able to have basic family related conversations. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
Vocabulary Related to Occupations and Hobbies in Igbo Language taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: This teaching is on to Vocabulary related to occupations and hobbies in Igbo language. At the end of the lesson, students should be able to have basic work related conversations. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
Vocabulary Related to Daily Activities in Igbo Language taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: This teaching is on to Vocabulary related to daily activities, routines, and household chores in Igbo language. At the end of the lesson, students should be able to have basic day to day conversation. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
Words That Describe Directions & Places in Igbo Language taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: This teaching is on Words that describe directions, and places in Igbo language. At the end of the lesson, students should be able to make sentences with directions and locations. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
Words That Describe Directions & Places in Igbo Language (Part 2) taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: This teaching is on Words that describe directions, and places in Igbo language. At the end of the lesson, students should be able to make sentences with directions and locations. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
Words Related to Health, Illness, and Emergency in Igbo Language taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: This teaching is focused on Words related to health, illness, and emergency in Igbo language. At the end of the lesson, students should be able to make sentences regarding health. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
Words Related to Health, Illness, and Emergency in Igbo Language (Part 2) taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: This teaching is a continuation on Words related to health, illness, and emergency in Igbo language. At the end of the lesson, students should be able to make sentences regarding health. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
Words Related to Health, Illness, and Emergency in Igbo Language (Part 3) taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: This teaching is a continuation on Words related to health, illness, and emergency in Igbo language. At the end of the lesson, students should be able to make sentences regarding health. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
Knowing the Body Parts in Igbo Language taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: This teaching is focused on Knowing the body parts in Igbo language. At the end of the lesson, students should be able to know how to correctly identify the body parts in Igbo. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
Knowing the Body Parts in Igbo Language (Part 2) taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: This teaching is a continuation on Knowing the body parts in Igbo language. At the end of the lesson, students should be able to know how to correctly identify the body parts in Igbo. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
Names of Food, Fruits, and Vegetables in Igbo Language taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: This teaching is focused on Names of food, fruits, and vegetables in Igbo language. At the end of the lesson, students should be able to know the Igbo names of foods, fruits, and vegetables. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
Names of Food, Fruits, and Vegetables in Igbo Language (Part 2) taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: This teaching is a continuation on Names of food, fruits, and vegetables in Igbo language. At the end of the lesson, students should be able to know the Igbo names of foods, fruits, and vegetables. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
Reviews and Open Discussions on Intermediate Level taught by Uzoma Veer
Summary: Revisions and open discussions of main ideas covered in previous lessons under intermediate level. At the end of the session, students should be able to recall the most important ideas taught at Intermediate Level of this free Igbo language classes series. This teaching is Open Access (available to the public).
Learn Igbo With Prayers & Invocations (Listening Exercises)
Learn Igbo With Prayer for Conception
Summary: Learn Igbo with the Prayer for Conception (Ékpéré màkà Ọ́mụ́mụ́). Master key Igbo words and phrases over time with this listening exercise, part of our Odinani prayers and invocations series.
Learn Igbo With Invocation for Anyanwu Ututu
Summary: Learn Igbo with the Invocation for Anyanwụ Ụtụtụ. Master key Igbo words and phrases over time with this listening exercise, part of our Odinani prayers and invocations series.
Learn Igbo With Prayer to Nnechukwu
Summary: Learn Igbo with a Prayer to Nnechukwu. Master key Igbo words and phrases over time with this listening exercise, part of our Odinani prayers and invocations series.
Learn Igbo With Ofufe (Praise) for Nne Agwu (i)
Summary: Learn Igbo with a Praise (Ofufe) for Nne Agwu. Master key Igbo words and phrases over time with this listening exercise, part of our Odinani prayers and invocations series.
Learn Igbo With Prayer for Success
Summary: Learn Igbo with a Prayer for Success. Master key Igbo words and phrases over time with this listening exercise, part of our Odinani prayers and invocations series.
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