5 Ways to Get Your Child to Speak Urdu at Home!

We’ve taught Urdu to a multitude of children over the years, and we know that it's no light work to get them speaking it at home! Most parents tell us their child understands Urdu but replies in English, or just avoids speaking it altogether. It’s a common challenge — and one we completely understand! 

Through our work with families, we’ve seen what actually helps. Here are five simple, practical ways to encourage your child to start speaking more Urdu at home, but before we begin, it’s important to understand why this can be challenging. 

So, why is getting kids to speak Urdu at home such a struggle?

Like any other language, Urdu can be challenging to pick up at the beginning. Therefore, from the child's point of view, the most practical solution is to avoid it. Some children are also less confident to start off with, feeling embarrassed or reluctant as they're afraid to say something incorrectly. Others view putting effort into it as a waste of time, as they see no practical use for it in the wider world. To read about why learning Urdu is important, check out this blog post.

Without further ado, here are 5 easy, practical ways to encourage your child to speak in Urdu at home:

Helping your child speak Urdu at home doesn’t need to be overwhelming. With a little consistency, fun, and encouragement, you'll start seeing progress — even if it's just one word at a time!