Arabic speakers who want to be understood the first time have three kinds of options: courses taught in Arabic, large American courses taught in English, and university programs. Here is a clear comparison of the four best-known options, and who each one suits.
Disclosure: American Pronunciation Secrets is our course. Information about the other courses comes from their official pages in September 2026; prices and content may change.
Quick comparison
| Course | Taught in | Made for Arabic speakers? | Size | Price | Certificate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Pronunciation Secrets (Master English) | Arabic | Yes, built on Arabic speakers' typical mistakes | 44 video lessons, exercises after each lesson | $79 one time, lifetime access | No |
| American English Phonetics and Pronunciation (Mahmoud Neshawy, Udemy) | Arabic | Yes, aimed at Arabic speakers | 29 lectures in 7 sections, about 1.5 hours | Udemy price (varies with sales), lifetime access | Udemy certificate of completion |
| Rachel's English Academy | English | No, for all learners | 23 courses, about 600 videos and thousands of audio files | Subscription or lifetime access, 30-day money-back guarantee | No |
| The Pronunciation of American English (UC Irvine, Coursera) | English | No, for all learners | 4 courses: consonants, vowels, rhythm, final project; about 2 months at 10 hours a week | Coursera subscription | Shareable certificate |
Which one fits you?
American Pronunciation Secrets (Master English)
For learners who want the explanation in Arabic and an ordered system that fixes Arabic speakers' mistakes one by one: P vs B, the American R, TH, the flap T, linking and intonation. Exercises after every lesson and direct support after purchase. Course page (Arabic)
Mahmoud Neshawy's course on Udemy
For a quick, compact introduction in Arabic (about an hour and a half) at a low price with a completion certificate. Highly rated on Udemy (4.6 from about 1,100 ratings in September 2026).
Rachel's English Academy
For intermediate and advanced learners who want the deepest American pronunciation library available (23 courses, about 600 videos), with a member community and a 30-day guarantee. Taught in English only.
UC Irvine on Coursera
For an organized academic program with a shareable university certificate, if you have about 10 hours a week for two months. Taught in English.
Start free before you pay
Whatever you choose, first find out what your problem actually is. The free American pronunciation path (in Arabic) and the guide to the English sounds that are hard for Arabic speakers cover the main sounds, and the speaking practice with the microphone tells you whether you said pen or Ben.
FAQ
What is the best American pronunciation course for Arabic speakers?
If you want the explanation in Arabic and a course built on Arabic speakers' mistakes: American Pronunciation Secrets by Master English (44 lessons, $79) or Mahmoud Neshawy's shorter Udemy course. If your English is intermediate or better: Rachel's English Academy for depth, or UC Irvine's Coursera specialization for a certificate.
Do Arabic speakers need a paid course to improve their pronunciation?
Not necessarily. Master English's free American pronunciation path and sounds guide cover the main problems. A paid course helps when you want an ordered system with exercises after each lesson.
Which English sounds should Arabic speakers fix first?
P vs B, the two TH sounds, the American R, long vs short vowels, then rhythm and linking between words.
How long does it take to hear a difference?
With ten minutes of focused daily practice on one sound, most learners notice a difference within two to three weeks.
Master English (أتقن الإنجليزية) teaches English to Arabic speakers, in Arabic, since 2016: a YouTube channel by Noor with 1.86M+ subscribers and 1,200+ free lessons, plus courses. About Master English in English · الموقع بالعربية