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ქართული — The Language of the Caucasus
Connect with 8 expert Georgian tutors. All levels A1–C2. One of the world's oldest scripts. Ancient culture, modern ambitions.
Why Learn Georgian?
A rare language that rewards curiosity with an entirely new way of seeing the world.
Completely Unique Script
Mkhedruli — Georgian's script — is one of the world's most distinctive writing systems. 33 elegant letters with no known relation to any other alphabet. A genuine intellectual adventure.
Wine Tourism & Culture
Georgia is the birthplace of wine (8,000-year tradition) and a fast-growing destination for food and cultural tourism. Georgian is the language of this ancient, vibrant culture.
NATO & EU Aspirant
Georgia is a candidate for both NATO and EU membership. Professionals in diplomacy, NGOs, and development work will find Georgian an increasingly valuable credential.
Ancient Literary Tradition
Georgian literature dates to the 5th century AD. The epic poem 'The Knight in the Panther's Skin' (12th c.) is a masterpiece of world literature — read it as it was written.
The Mkhedruli Script
33 letters. No uppercase. No relation to any other alphabet in the world. Learnable in 2–3 weeks.
Georgian has been written continuously since the 5th century AD — one of the oldest living scripts on Earth.
= "a"
ამბობს (ambobs) — he/she says
= "b"
ბავშვი (bavshvi) — child
= "g"
გამარჯობა (gamarjoba) — hello
= "d"
დედა (deda) — mother
= "e"
ერთი (erti) — one
= "v"
ვინ (vin) — who
Your tutor will guide you through all 33 letters in the first 1–2 weeks. Most students can read basic Georgian within 3 weeks.
Your Learning Path
Est. 10–14 weeks
- ✓Learn all 33 Mkhedruli letters
- ✓Greetings and basic phrases
- ✓Noun cases — the key grammar framework
- ✓Numbers, colors, food, family vocabulary
Est. 4–8 months
- ✓Georgian verb system: screeves (tenses)
- ✓Hold conversations about daily life and culture
- ✓Read Georgian news and short texts
- ✓Navigate a trip to Tbilisi or Batumi
Est. 8–18 months
- ✓Fluency in professional and academic contexts
- ✓Read classical Georgian literature
- ✓Regional dialects: Kartlian, Kakhetian, Mingrelian influence
- ✓Understand polyphonic music and cultural poetry
Meet Our Georgian Tutors
Vetted for teaching excellence, cultural depth, and script expertise.
Tamar K.
Tbilisi, Georgia
Philology graduate from Tbilisi State University with 7 years teaching Georgian to foreigners. Specializes in making the script accessible and demystifying Georgian grammar for beginners.
Giorgi M.
New York (Georgian diaspora)
Born in Kutaisi, lived in New York for 12 years. Teaches practical, culturally-rich Georgian — excellent for travelers, diaspora reconnection, and wine/food enthusiasts visiting Georgia.
Nino B.
London (Georgian community)
Former interpreter with extensive experience in EU-Georgia diplomatic contexts. Ideal for professionals needing Georgian for business, NGO, or diplomatic work.
CEFR Level Guide for Georgian
Track your Georgian progress against the Common European Framework of Reference.
| Level | Label | Study Hours | What You Can Do |
|---|---|---|---|
| A1 | Beginner | 80–100 hrs | Recognize Mkhedruli, greet and introduce yourself |
| A2 | Elementary | 100–160 hrs | Handle simple daily transactions, describe basics |
| B1 | Intermediate | 160–280 hrs | Converse about familiar topics, travel Georgia independently |
| B2 | Upper-Intermediate | 280–450 hrs | Read Georgian media, conduct simple professional interactions |
| C1 | Advanced | 450–650 hrs | Express ideas fluently in complex professional contexts |
| C2 | Mastery | 650+ hrs | Full native-level comprehension including literary Georgian |
Your 4-Week Georgian Starter Plan
The first month for complete beginners — from zero to reading Mkhedruli and having simple conversations.
Week 1
Script Foundations
- ✓Learn 33 Mkhedruli letters in groups of 5–6 per day
- ✓Practice reading simple CV/consonant combinations
- ✓გამარჯობა (hello), მადლობა (thank you), კი (yes), არა (no)
- ✓2 × 50-min tutor sessions focused on script
Week 2
Basic Vocabulary
- ✓Numbers 1–20, days of the week, colors
- ✓Family terms: დედა (mother), მამა (father)
- ✓Introduction to noun cases (nominative vs. dative)
- ✓2 × 50-min sessions + Anki script flashcards daily
Week 3
Simple Phrases
- ✓Present tense verb basics (first screeve group)
- ✓Ordering food: Georgian restaurant survival phrases
- ✓Directions, transport, and shopping vocabulary
- ✓2 × 50-min sessions + Georgian music listening
Week 4
First Conversation
- ✓5-minute unscripted conversation with your tutor
- ✓Read a simple Georgian text in Mkhedruli (unaided)
- ✓Assess gaps: script speed, vocabulary, grammar
- ✓Set 3-month milestone — conversational or travel Georgian
Frequently Asked Questions
How difficult is Georgian for English speakers?
Georgian is one of the more challenging languages for English speakers — FSI Category IV (~1,100+ hours). The grammar has complex verb agreement, noun cases, and a unique phonology with consonant clusters. However, the script is learnable in 2–3 weeks, and the grammar, once understood, is logical and consistent.
How long does it take to learn the Georgian script (Mkhedruli)?
Most dedicated learners master the 33 Mkhedruli letters in 2–3 weeks of consistent practice (15–20 minutes daily). It's a unicase alphabet — no uppercase/lowercase distinction — which simplifies the task considerably.
Is Georgian related to any other language?
No — Georgian is a language isolate within the Kartvelian (South Caucasian) family. The family includes Mingrelian, Laz, and Svan, but these are not widely spoken. Georgian is not related to Russian, Armenian, Turkish, or any Indo-European language.
What makes Georgian grammar so different?
Georgian uses a complex system of noun cases (up to 7), a rich verb morphology where verbs agree with both subject and object, and a unique tense/aspect system called 'screeves.' The good news: these rules are consistent and logical once you internalize the system.
Why are people learning Georgian right now?
Several reasons: Georgia's booming wine and food tourism, growing startup and tech scene in Tbilisi, EU/NATO accession path creating diplomatic demand, and a unique cultural curiosity. Georgia is frequently voted one of the world's friendliest countries — and locals deeply appreciate any attempt to speak Georgian.
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