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Habesha language and culture.
Guides on learning Tigrinya and Amharic, the Fidel script, and what it means to reconnect with language as a diaspora learner.
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2026-04-02
Tigrinya vs. Amharic: what's the difference, and which should you learn first?
Both Tigrinya and Amharic use the Fidel script and share Habesha roots, but they're distinct languages. Here's how to decide which to study first.
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Learning Tigrinya as a diaspora learner: what no one tells you
Growing up between two cultures, many Habesha diaspora learners can speak but not read Tigrinya. Here's what the learning journey actually looks like, and what makes it easier than you'd expect.
Read article →2026-03-15
What is the Fidel script? A beginner's guide for diaspora learners
Fidel, or Ge'ez script, is one of the world's oldest alphabets, still used daily in Ethiopia and Eritrea. Here's everything a diaspora learner needs to know before starting.
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