Afaan Oromo lessons
Learn Afaan Oromo online with a native instructor.
Suratu Tusguri has taught Afaan Oromo for 30+ years — to diaspora members, travelers, researchers, and professionals. A structured 5-phase method, from your first words to native-level fluency.
Who these lessons are for
Diaspora & heritage learners
Speak with family in their own language.
Travelers
Arrive in Ethiopia ready to greet, ask, and connect.
Researchers & students
The listening and speaking foundation fieldwork needs.
Professionals
For diplomats, NGO staff, and business people working with Oromo speakers.
The program
A proven 5-phase system with assessments at each step. Afaan Oromo uses Qubee (Latin script) — no new alphabet to learn, so reading and writing start day one.
Phase 1: Foundation
100 hours: listening, pronunciation, basic conversation. Includes assessment.
Phase 2: Story Building
150 hours: student-led, teacher-led, and life-story modules. Includes assessment.
Phases 3–5: Advanced
Complex grammar, idioms, and cultural expression, toward native-level fluency.
What students say
"I learned more Oromo in two months with Suratu than I did in a year on my own. Clear, patient, and culturally insightful."
— Researcher, Germany
"Her lessons made travel so much easier. I felt welcomed and able to connect."
— Traveler, Italy
FAQ
Do I need to learn a new script?
No. Afaan Oromo is written in Qubee, which uses the Latin alphabet — the same letters you're reading now. You read and write from your first lessons.
How long until I can hold a conversation?
After Phase 1 (~100 hours): basic conversations. After Phase 2 (250 hours total): you'll speak well.
Are lessons 1:1 or in groups?
Both. Most students start 1:1; group classes work if you're learning with family, colleagues, or friends.
Where do in-person lessons take place?
Addis Ababa, or by arrangement if you're visiting Ethiopia. Remote lessons are available worldwide.
What are the rates?
Rates depend on the course type, phase, and schedule — and where you're based. Contact Suratu for a quote.
Start speaking Afaan Oromo.
Tell Suratu your goals and availability — she usually replies within 24 hours.
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