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Learn Esperanto Language | Esperanto Language Course

Easiest language in the easiest way.

Dr. L. L. Zamenhof realised that most of the problems in the world exist because humans, speaking numberless tongues, find an emotional gap. So this planet needs a language, that be free from the confines of land or culture. He invented, or rather, compiled Esperanto.

Today 2 million people, in 120 countries speak Esperanto. The Esperanto Community is growing with passing of every year. If you learn Esperanto, you become a welcome member of a loving and vibrant World Community.

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Learn Esperanto Language | Esperanto Language Course

Easiest language in the easiest way.

Dr. L. L. Zamenhof realised that most of the problems in the world exist because humans, speaking numberless tongues, find an emotional gap. So this planet needs a language, that be free from the confines of land or culture. He invented, or rather, compiled Esperanto.

Today 2 million people, in 120 countries speak Esperanto. The Esperanto Community is growing with passing of every year. If you learn Esperanto, you become a welcome member of a loving and vibrant World Community.

Here are a few strong reasons why you should learn Esperanto:

1.   The Easiest Language: Esperanto is the easiest language of the world. If learnt with right methods, only a few days will be quite more than enough to master Esperanto. Studies have found that it needs about 2000 hours to master German, 1000 hours to master Italian, while Esperanto requires only 150 hours of practice. So, if you wish to add just another foreign language to your intellectual store, Esperanto is the best option, on Earth, in Heavens, even in the Hell. Learn Esperanto Language with the help of this course & save the time.

What makes Esperanto so much easy:

  • Sounds are easy to pronounce

  • There are no silent letters

  • There are no double letters

  • No gender of nouns

  • No irregular verbs

  • No irregular Present, Past or Future tense

  • No noun declension

  • No verb Conjugation

  • No irregular plurals

  • Endings tell which part of the speech a word is

  • A given set of prefixes & suffixes makes all the vocab

  • Esperanto Vocabulary has been derived from common words from popular languages.

2.   Helpful in Learning other languages: Esperanto serves as a type of bridge language. If you have learnt Esperanto it will be easier for you to learn other languages. A study concluded - Students who learned Esperanto for half a year and then French for a year and a half, spoke better French than the students who learned French for two years. People report that their Esperanto has helped them a lot in memorising the vocabulary of other target languages.  

3.   Vocabulary from popular languages: Dr. Zamenhof took great pains in making Esperanto a familiar-looking language to almost every person speaking any other language, especially any European language. He derived his vocabulary roots from famous Germanic or Teutonic languages namely English language and German language; Romance language family, namely Spanish language, French language, Portuguese language, Italian language; Slavic language family like Russian language. Some features were taken from the Classical languages as Latin language and Ancient Greek language.

4.   A Vibrant Community: Esperanto has a great zealous community all over the world. Almost every European country, American countries a many of the African and Asian countries have their Esperanto communities. China and Japan have shown deep interest in learning Esperanto in past few decades because of the easiness of the language. Chinese children, before teaching English, are first taught Esperanto. More than 2 million speakers speak Esperanto in 120 countries. Even a few thousands claim Esperanto to be their mother tongue. If you can speak Esperanto you will have a ready friend circle all around the globe, and that feeling cannot be expressed in mere words. Feel it.

5.   A Funny Language: Esperanto is quite a funny language. Just after learning a few things, you are sure to feel it, and believe me – That feeling is worth-feeling.

Dr. Zamenhof had a great dream that the World will have one common language and there would be no boundaries of culture and civilisation because of the language gap. This would eradicate many of the problems from the face of this beautiful Earth. His target was:

  • The World will have a common language

  • Any country will not claim Esperanto its own but all the nations will feel it as their own tongue.

  • The World peace will be secured through Esperanto.

  • Many problems arising from misunderstandings will be solved out.

Why only our Esperanto Course?

Although there are available various methods, books, course, still our course claims to be unique in many ways:

  • Great efforts to teach the right pronunciation.

  • Easiest methods are adopted to teach the grammar rules.

  • Every grammar rule is accompanied by many useful examples.

  • Colourful images increase the beauty & charm of the videos.

  • You will learn a lots of vocab, just playfully, without taking much pain.

  • Gives valuable knowledge about the history and culture of the language.

  • This course will make Esperanto, your mother tongue.

  • This course will save your valuable time and will make you master of the language in the shortest period of the time.

  • It will help you in understanding the basics of language science.

  • It will help you know how the language evolved.

  • It will help you in learning other languages as well.

  • Your vocabulary of the Romance languages; French, Spanish; and English will get stronger.

If you pay your time to the study of Esperanto language, be sure to be rewarded with great knowledge and joy unspeakable.

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Learning objectives

  • Learn esperanto language in a very easy way.
  • Esperanto grammar for all levels basic, intermediate and advanced.
  • Useful vocabulary for speaking and reading esperanto language.
  • You will be able to read esperanto books, poems & literature.
  • You will be able to read esperanto wikipedia articles.

Syllabus

Numerals play a very important role in any language, Esperanto being no exception.

There are two types of the Possessives: The Possessive Pronouns & the Possessive Adjectives. The Future Tense express the action which are to take place. All the verbs end in –os, when they are in the Future Tense.

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Esperanto gender is very easy to learn. You are to add –j to the word and it becomes plural. The particle –in- is joined to the masculine nouns to make them feminine.

Infinitive is the pure dictionary form of the verb of any language. It is a type of verbal noun. The infinitive in Esperanto always end in –i. Commands or the imperative mood in Esperanto always end in –u.

The video make the student acquainted with the common verbs of the Esperanto language. The three tenses, learnt so far, the Present, the Past and the Future; and the Imperative/Command is also revised, by making useful Esperanto phrases and sentences.

Iu, ia, ie, iam, iom are called indefinite. These convey an indefinite idea about things, persons, possessions, places, time, manners and ways of doings.

The video revises the simple tenses: Present, Past & Future with endings in –as, -is, -os. Examples follow for the practice’s sake.

The video describes the Esperanto Participles that are the Present Participle, the Past Participle & the Future Participle. With the help of the Present Participle we construct the three Progressive Tenses: Progressive Present, Progressive Past & Progressive Future with the verb esti.

The Perfect Tenses describe the actions that have been complete. With the help of the Past Participle we construct the three Perfect Tenses: Present Perfect, Past Perfect & Future Perfect with the verb esti.

The periphrastic Tenses describe the action just about to happen. These are constructed in Esperanto: the verb esti + future participle.

The video presents the synopsis of all the tenses learnt so far. We have learnt the Simple Tenses, the Progressive Tenses, Perfect Tenses & the Periphrastic Tenses.

There are two types of Conditionals, one describes the Less Vivid Conditions, the other describes the Vivid Conditions. The characteristic ending of the Conditional is –us.

The video introduces the Esperanto language and the present course. It illustrates the purpose for which this great language was invented and compiled by Dr. Zamenhof. Then there are reasons why one should get enrolled into this course.

The Esperanto vowels’ correct pronunciation has been taught. Esperanto has five pure vowels: A, E, I, O, U. Diphthongs are also discussed. Beautiful colorful images increase the value of the lesson.

De is the preposition to show possession. Al shows the direction of the action. The Particle ĉu is put in the front of the sentence to turn it into a question

The video is a lesson in the pronunciation of the Esperanto consonants. Half of the Esperanto consonants have been taught. Beautiful colorful images increase the attraction of the video.

The video is a lesson in the pronunciation of the Esperanto consonants. Half of the Esperanto consonants have been taught. The combinations of consonants are also given. Beautiful colorful images increase the attraction of the video.

Esperanto nouns always end in -o. there is only definite article la, which is used with singular, plural, masculine & feminine alike. Esperanto adjective always ends in –a.

Personal Pronouns express the persons and are very important in learning a language. Then we learn the Present Tense, the most important tense in all the languages of the world. All the verbs end in –as, when they are in the Present Tense.

Object are the persons or things acted upon, all the objects end in –n, in Esperanto language. Then we learn the Past Tense, one of the most important tenses in all the languages of the world. All the verbs end in –is, when they are in the Past Tense.

Esperanto adverbs always end in –e. Adverbs in Esperanto language are derived mainly from adjectives, as they are in other languages. Besides the adjectives, there are various sources of adverbs.

Esperanto adverbs always end in –e. Adverbs in Esperanto language are derived mainly from adjectives, as they are in other languages. Besides the adjectives, there are various sources of adverbs. There are the Adverbs of Place, Adverbs of Time, Adverbs of Manner etc.

Conjunctions are also one of the eight divisions of the parts of the Speech. The function of a conjunction is to serve as a link between two words, phrases, or sentences. Thus the conjunctions play a very important role in a language.

Conjunctions are also one of the eight divisions of the parts of the Speech. The function of a conjunction is to serve as a link between two words, phrases, or sentences.

There are some special verbs that look similar in meaning but do have minute difference in the meaning. Then there are modal verbs. The present video is a lesson in these special verbs and words.

Adjectives and Adverbs have three degrees of comparison. English uses different methods to make this comparison, but Esperanto take much easier way. Pli and Plej are the simple words that makes all the things done. The second video on the topic follows.

Adjectives and Adverbs have three degrees of comparison. English uses different methods to make this comparison, but Esperanto take much easier way. Pli and Plej are the simple words that makes all the things done.

The Object case is used in Measuring the weight, length and the time. The same Accusative case also indicates the direction of the motion. The video also shows how an Infinitive can serve as the subject of the verb, and stand as the agent of the action in a sentence.

Da is used to indicate the part of the whole. Moŝto is used with titles that makes them honorable. The video lesson describes the part of the whole in different shades and Moŝto, being used with the titles, rendering them honorable.

Je is an Esperanto preposition, that can be applied, as the context allows, in the sense of in, on, at, with etc. Hence, je is the most fertile among the Esperanto prepositions. Ja is emphatic, which serves the same purpose, as English do does.

Intransitive verbs require no object. They convey their meaning without the help of an object; while the transitive verbs need an object. Die, laugh, weep etc. are intransitive verbs. Kill, eat, write are transitive verbs.

Tiu, tia, tie, tiam, tiom are demonstratives. These convey an demonstrative idea about things, persons, possessions, places, time, manners and ways of doings.

Ĉiu, ĉia, ĉie, ĉiam, ĉiom are distributives. These convey a distributive idea about things, persons, possessions, places, time, manners and ways of doings.

Kiu, kia, kie, kiam, kiom are called Interrogatives. These convey an interrogative idea about things, persons, possessions, places, time, manners and ways of doings.

Kiu, kia, kie, kiam, kiom are also the Relative forms of the pronouns, adverbs etc. These convey the sense of relation and form the Relative clauses.

Neniu, nenia, nenie, neniam, neniomare called Negatives. These convey a negative idea about things, persons, possessions, places, time, manners and ways of doings.

Esperanto makes the passive voice in a very easy way. We just put the participles with the desired tense of the very fertile verb Esti. The agent is followed by the preposition de – by. This is the first video lesson on the topic.

Esperanto makes the passive voice in a very easy way. We just put the participles with the desired tense of the very fertile verb Esti. The agent is followed by the preposition de – by. This is the second video lesson on the topic

The video lesson teaches Adverbs as modifiers, Adverbial Participle, and the adverb ĵus. The lesson is furnished with simple rules in Esperanto and English.

The present video lesson teaches the Pronouns in –o; it also teaches the pronouns Oni, Ambaŭ, Mem; Salutations. In the end of the video, we revise the grammar learnt, with example sentences.

The present video lesson teachesImperative in dependent clauses, Resolve & Exhortation. In the end of the video, we revise the grammar learnt, with example sentences.

The video lesson teaches Indirect Quotations & Questions. The lesson is furnished with simple rules in Esperanto and English. The indirect quotations and Indirect questions.

A language is essentially made of sentences. The final object of taking so much pain in learning grammar and vast array of words with all types of declensions and conjugations is to be able to construct the sentence. So we are here with some model sentences that will deepen your experience of the Esperanto language. The sentences have been selected very carefully, some of the easiest, basic and practical.

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Draws vocabulary from common Germanic, Romance, and Slavic languages, which may make it easier for speakers of those languages to pick up and understand
May serve as a bridge language, potentially making it easier to learn other languages by providing a foundation in grammar and vocabulary concepts
Explores the nuances of Esperanto grammar, including participles, conditionals, and the passive voice, which may appeal to learners interested in language science

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Foundational esperanto course for beginners

According to learners, this course provides a clear and solid foundation for learning the Esperanto language. Students found the explanations of grammar rules to be simple and easy to follow, often mentioning the logical structure of Esperanto itself. The pace is suitable for absolute beginners, although some reviewers noted the production quality of the videos is basic. The course focuses heavily on grammar and pronunciation fundamentals, which many found essential for starting out. While vocabulary is introduced, some felt it could be expanded upon for more practical use. Overall, it's seen as a highly accessible entry point into the language and its community.
Strong focus on basic grammar and pronunciation.
"The course really drilled the pronunciation and core grammar rules, which I found essential."
"It gives you a solid foundation in the mechanics of the language."
"I appreciated the emphasis on getting the sounds right from the beginning."
"The focus on the fundamentals is great, though I wish there was more material for moving beyond the basics."
Ideal starting point for learning Esperanto.
"This course was perfect for me as an absolute beginner with no prior language learning experience."
"If you've never tried learning a constructed language, this is a great place to start. It's very welcoming."
"A gentle introduction to Esperanto that doesn't overwhelm you."
"I felt like the course assumed I knew nothing, which was exactly what I needed."
Explanations are simple and easy to grasp.
"The grammar rules of Esperanto were presented in a simple, easy-to-digest way that made learning feel intuitive."
"I finally understood some grammar points that other resources made confusing. The explanations were very clear."
"The straightforward approach to grammar is a major plus for a beginner like me."
"I appreciate how the course broke down the grammar into manageable parts with clear examples."
Production quality is functional but simple.
"The video quality is not high-definition, but it's clear enough to follow the lessons."
"While the content is good, the visual presentation felt a bit dated."
"Don't expect fancy graphics or slick editing; the videos are quite simple."
"The videos are basic but they get the job done for explaining the concepts."
Could benefit from expanded vocabulary lessons.
"I learned the grammar, but felt I needed more words to have practical conversations."
"While some vocabulary is included, it feels limited for actually using the language."
"I needed to supplement the course with other resources specifically for vocabulary building."
"More practice sentences and diverse vocabulary would make a big difference."

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Learn Esperanto Language Course | Esperanto Language Lover with these activities:
Review Esperanto Basics
Reinforce foundational Esperanto grammar and vocabulary before starting the course to ensure a smoother learning experience.
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  • Review basic Esperanto grammar rules.
  • Practice essential vocabulary.
  • Complete a basic Esperanto quiz.
Review: Esperanto Dictionary
Use a comprehensive dictionary to look up unfamiliar words and deepen understanding of Esperanto vocabulary.
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  • Familiarize yourself with the dictionary's structure.
  • Use the dictionary to look up new words.
  • Note down new words and their meanings.
Review: Teach Yourself Esperanto
Supplement course materials with a well-regarded textbook for additional explanations and practice exercises.
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  • Read the introductory chapters.
  • Complete the exercises in each chapter.
  • Review the grammar explanations.
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Esperanto Flashcards
Create flashcards to memorize Esperanto vocabulary and grammar rules, reinforcing learning through active recall.
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  • Identify key vocabulary and grammar.
  • Create flashcards with Esperanto on one side and English on the other.
  • Review flashcards regularly.
Esperanto Conversation Practice
Practice speaking Esperanto with other learners to improve fluency and confidence.
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  • Find a language partner.
  • Schedule regular conversation sessions.
  • Discuss various topics in Esperanto.
Esperanto Translation Project
Translate articles or stories from English to Esperanto to practice grammar and vocabulary in a practical context.
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  • Select a short English text.
  • Translate the text into Esperanto.
  • Review and revise the translation.
Esperanto Blog
Create a blog to document your Esperanto learning journey, sharing insights and progress with others.
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  • Set up a blog platform.
  • Write regular posts about your Esperanto learning experience.
  • Share your blog with other learners.

Career center

Learners who complete Learn Esperanto Language Course | Esperanto Language Lover will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Language Teacher
A language teacher educates students in the grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and culture associated with a particular language. This course provides an introduction to Esperanto, including its history, structure, and cultural community. The course emphasizes correct pronunciation and easy methods for teaching grammar rules, making it relevant for someone interested in teaching Esperanto. Furthermore, the course can help familiarize learners with the most useful vocabulary.
Translator
A translator converts written material from one language into another. This course helps build a foundation in Esperanto, a constructed language designed for international communication. The course emphasizes vocabulary acquisition and grammar rules that may be useful to a translator. The course may be useful to those who seek to translate documents and texts into or from Esperanto. Moreover, since Esperanto is designed to be easy to learn and understand, mastering it through this course may accelerate the understanding of language translation in general.
Interpreter
An interpreter converts spoken language from one language to another in real-time. This course may be useful to someone who wishes to explore interpreting with Esperanto, a language intended to facilitate international communication. The course provides instruction in Esperanto pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary, which are essential skills for effective interpretation. Furthermore, since Esperanto aims to be easy to learn, learners may find that this course supports improvements in language acquisition speeds and the ability to relay messages between parties.
Linguist
A linguist studies the structure, history, and evolution of languages. This course may be useful to aspiring linguists by providing an understanding of Esperanto's unique design principles and its relationship to other languages. The course looks at how Esperanto's vocabulary draws from Germanic, Romance, and Slavic languages. Because the course also provides a glimpse into the history and culture of the language, it allows one to understand how language can be intentionally crafted and how its usage evolves.
Writer
A writer crafts original written content for various mediums, such as books, articles, websites, or marketing materials. This course may be useful for writers who want to explore the Esperanto language as a medium for their work. Because Esperanto is designed to be easy to learn and use, this course helps build a foundation for writing in this language. The course emphasizes grammar and vocabulary, while acquainting learners with sentence construction and literary expression.
International Relations Specialist
An international relations specialist works to foster peaceful and productive relationships between countries. This course may be useful to someone in this career field because Esperanto was constructed to be a universal language that might bridge cultural gaps. The course provides learners with the grammar, vocabulary, and cultural context needed to communicate in Esperanto. International relations specialists can use this knowledge to connect with Esperanto speakers and promote cross-cultural understanding.
Foreign Service Officer
Foreign service officers represent their country's interests abroad, often working in embassies or consulates. This course may be useful to a foreign service officer interested in Esperanto, a language intended to foster international communication. The course emphasizes Esperanto pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary, which are essential skills for effective communication. Foreign service officers may use this knowledge to engage with Esperanto speakers and promote cultural exchange.
Localization Specialist
A localization specialist adapts content, such as software or websites, for specific regions or languages. This course may be useful for localization specialists planning to work with Esperanto. The course will familiarize learners with the vocabulary, grammar, and cultural context necessary to adapt content effectively. The course provides instruction in useful Esperanto vocabulary and grammar for all levels.
Travel Guide
A travel guide leads individuals or groups on tours, providing information about the history, culture, and attractions of a destination. This course may be useful to travel guides wishing to serve the Esperanto-speaking community or to provide tours in Esperanto. The course provides a foundation in Esperanto grammar, pronunciation, and vocabulary. Since Esperanto speakers exist in approximately 120 countries, this course could expand the range of destinations a travel guide can serve.
Technical Writer
A technical writer creates documentation, manuals, and guides to explain complex technical information. This course may be useful for technical writers who need to translate or create documentation in Esperanto. The course provides instruction on Esperanto grammar, vocabulary, and sentence construction. The course emphasizes grammar and vocabulary, while acquainting learners with sentence construction and literary expression.
Customer Service Representative
A customer service representative interacts with customers to provide information, address inquiries, and resolve issues. This course may be useful for customer service representatives who work with international customers, as Esperanto is intended to facilitate global communication. The course emphasizes grammar and vocabulary. The course provides instruction in useful Esperanto vocabulary and grammar for all levels.
Social Media Manager
A social media manager oversees a company's online presence, creating and curating content for various social media platforms. This course may be useful for social media managers who wish to engage with Esperanto-speaking communities online. The course provides instruction in useful Esperanto vocabulary and grammar for all levels. The course may be useful for those who seek to translate documents and texts into or from Esperanto.
Archivist
An archivist is responsible for appraising, organizing, preserving, and providing access to historical records and documents. This course may be useful if an archivist encounters Esperanto documents or wants to connect with the Esperanto-speaking community. The course could provide instruction in useful Esperanto vocabulary and grammar for all levels. An awareness of Esperanto as an intentionally constructed language might inform the archivist's understanding of the documents' creation and historical context.
Librarian
A librarian assists people in finding information and resources, manages library collections, and organizes library materials. This course may be useful if a librarian needs to catalog or assist patrons with Esperanto materials. By taking this course, the librarian is more familiar with the vocabulary, grammar, and cultural context relevant to Esperanto literature and resources. The course provides instruction in useful Esperanto vocabulary and grammar for all levels.
Data Entry Clerk
A data entry clerk enters information into computer systems or databases. This course may be useful for data entry clerks who need to input or process data in Esperanto. While this role might seem unrelated, the course may enhance attention to detail and familiarity with a unique language structure. The course provides instruction in useful Esperanto vocabulary and grammar for all levels.

Reading list

We've selected two books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Learn Esperanto Language Course | Esperanto Language Lover.
Offers a complete course in Esperanto, from beginner to intermediate level. It includes dialogues, exercises, and cultural information. It useful reference tool for learners of all levels. It is commonly used as a textbook at academic institutions.
Provides a comprehensive introduction to Esperanto, covering grammar, vocabulary, and culture. It's a useful resource for self-study and complements the course material. The book includes exercises and dialogues to help learners practice their skills. It is especially helpful for those who prefer a structured, textbook-style approach to language learning.

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