Words for real life
Start with greetings and everyday expressions you can actually use with the people around you.
FOR REAL-LIFE CONVERSATIONS
Learn Wolof.
Speak with
confidence.
Learn everyday Wolof for conversations with family, friends, and the people you meet in Senegal. Start with our free ebook and audio.
Get my free ebook + audio150+ everyday phrases · Audio included · 100% free
Different reasons to learn.
A shared desire to connect.
Nanga def?A simple “How are you?” is a start.
A few words can open a whole new world.
MORE THAN A LANGUAGE.
A way to feel at home.
MADE IN SENEGAL. SHARED WITH THE WORLD.YOU DON’T HAVE TO FIGURE IT OUT ALONE
You want to join
the conversation.
But finding clear Wolof resources can feel like a project in itself. A word list here. A video there. And still, you’re unsure what to say when it matters.
Let’s make your next step a little easier.
Hear it. Then say it.
Go beyond words on a page. Listen to the language and get more comfortable saying it out loud.
A place to keep growing
From your first phrase to a guided course, find resources that meet you where you are.
YOUR WOLOF JOURNEY STARTS HERE
A little learning.
A lot to discover.
Start for free. Find your rhythm.
Make room for Wolof in your everyday.
Yes, the audio is included.01 / THE FREE EBOOKYour first words.
Your first words.
Your first connection.
No need to start with complicated grammar. Get useful expressions for everyday moments, with audio to help you put them into practice.
- 150+ phrases and 200+ Wolof words
- Audio recordings to hear the pronunciation
- Simple grammar and cultural insights
Free ebook + lessons in your inbox. Unsubscribe anytime.
VIDEO LESSONS + PRACTICE
Complete beginners welcome
02 / THE BEGINNER COURSELearn the basics.
Explore the beginner course
Learn the basics.
Start speaking Wolof.
Ready for a clearer path? Our self-paced beginner Wolof language course takes you from zero to speaking the basics, one lesson at a time.
48video lessons
Your pacelearn on your schedule
THE WOLOF DICTIONARY
A WORD TO TAKE WITH YOU
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Small discoveries. A richer vocabulary.
03 / THE WOLOF DICTIONARY NEWA word away from
A word away from
your next “aha!”
Look up words from Wolof to English or English to Wolof. Find meanings and examples in our free dictionary as you read, listen, and learn.
Open the dictionaryA LITTLE WOLOF IN YOUR EVERYDAY
Keep your curiosity.
We’ll bring the lessons.
A video over coffee. A new expression on your feed.
Little moments of learning add up.
Press play.
Make it click.
Hear everyday Wolof, follow along with explanations, and revisit a lesson whenever you need to.
Find your next lesson
Scroll a little.
Learn a little.
Everyday expressions, quick quizzes, and a community learning with you. Make your next scroll a small step forward.
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@wolofacademyA LITTLE TASTEA WORD TO KEEPjàmmpeace
START A CONVERSATIONNanga def?How are you?
Ibrahima Ndiaye FOUNDER, WOLOF ACADEMYFROM SENEGAL, WITH JÀMM
Language brings us
closer. That’s the idea.
I’m Ibrahima. I grew up in Senegal, and I know how much a shared language can mean. A conversation with family. A joke you finally understand. A place that feels a little more like home.
I started Wolof Academy in 2020 to make learning Wolof more approachable, with resources that help you connect with the people and culture that matter to you.
Wherever you’re starting from, you’re welcome here.
Dalal ak jàmm.A FEW THINGS YOU MIGHT BE WONDERING
Let’s clear
things up.
Still have a question?
Say hello. We’re happy to help.
I’m a complete beginner. Where should I start?
The free ebook is a friendly first step. Start with everyday expressions, listen to the included audio, and try a phrase in your next conversation. When you want more structure, explore the beginner course.
Get the free ebook →Is the ebook really free?
Yes. Enter your first name and email on our ebook page to get Essential Wolof Expressions for Beginners, including the audio. You’ll also receive Wolof lessons by email, and you can unsubscribe anytime.
Will I be able to hear the pronunciation?
Yes! The ebook includes audio recordings so you can hear the expressions as you learn. Our YouTube lessons and beginner course also let you listen to spoken Wolof.
What’s the difference between the ebook and the course?
The ebook gives you a practical collection of everyday words and expressions to start using. The paid beginner course gives you a step-by-step learning path, with 48 video lessons, worksheets, flashcards, and practice activities.
Explore the beginner course →Can I learn at my own pace?
Absolutely. Use the ebook, dictionary, and videos whenever they fit your day. The beginner course is self-paced too, so you can revisit lessons and practice on your own schedule.
What is Wolof, and where is it spoken?
Wolof is a West African language spoken in Senegal, The Gambia, and Mauritania. Our beginner resources focus on useful words and expressions for everyday conversations.
How do you say thank you in Wolof?
Jëre-jëf means “thank you.” Learn more expressions you can use right away with our free beginner ebook, including audio to help you hear the pronunciation.
Get the free ebook + audio →YOUR NEXT CONVERSATION STARTS HERE
You don’t need all the words.
Just your first few.
Take the first step with our free ebook.
A little Wolof today. A little closer tomorrow.