Learn Ukrainian
Мова – душа народу • Language is the soul of a nation
A free, open-source Ukrainian language course from A1 to C2, based on the Ukrainian State Standard 2024.
The Curriculum Architecture
Our curriculum is organized into Core Levels and Specialized Tracks. Each level covers a specific CEFR stage, while tracks allow you to dive deep into Ukrainian history, culture, and professional language.
📚 Core Levels
These levels form the backbone of your journey from zero to native-like proficiency.
| Level | Title | Lessons | Focus | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A1 Beginner | Book 1 | 44 | Alphabet, Basics, Survival | ✅ Complete |
| A2 Elementary | Book 2 | 70 | All 7 Cases, Aspect, Daily Life | ✅ Complete |
| B1 Intermediate | Book 3 | 92 | Aspect Mastery, Motion Verbs | 🚧 In Progress |
| B2 Upper-Intermediate | Book 4 | 94 | Passive Voice, Formal Registers | 🔍 In QA |
| C1 Advanced | Book 5 | 106 | Stylistics, Academic, Literature | 🔍 In QA |
| C2 Mastery | Book 6 | 100 | Stylistic Perfection, Professional | 📋 Planned |
🛤️ Specialized Tracks
Explore specific domains of Ukrainian life and culture.
| Track | Title | Lessons | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B2-HIST | History | 140 | History from Trypillia to Present | ✅ Complete |
| C1-HIST | Historiography | 135 | Source analysis & decolonization | 📋 Planned |
| C1-BIO | Biographies | 100 | Great Ukrainians through history | ✅ Complete |
| B2-PRO | Professional | 40 | Career & Business Ukrainian | 📋 Planned |
| C1-PRO | Professional | 50 | Executive & Academic Ukrainian | 📋 Planned |
| LIT | Literature | 30 | Classics & Literary Analysis | 🚧 In Progress |
How to Navigate
- Start with A1 Beginner if you are new to Ukrainian.
- Move Chronologically through the Core Levels for the best pedagogical experience.
- Jump to Tracks once you reach the required proficiency level (B2+).
- Use the Sidebar to access specific modules within each level.
Find a Teacher First
Учитель – це професія від Бога, усі решта професій – від учителя.
A teacher is a profession from God; all other professions come from the teacher.
No app, website, or course can replace a qualified native teacher. This curriculum is designed to supplement — not replace — human instruction. Before diving into self-study:
- Find a native Ukrainian teacher — Online platforms like Preply (Ukrainian company) or local Ukrainian communities
- Join a class — Many Ukrainian cultural centers offer group lessons
- Practice with native speakers — Language exchange, conversation partners, Ukrainian friends
Standards & Quality
- CEFR-aligned — Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
- Ukrainian State Standard 2024 — Official language proficiency requirements
- Automated quality audits — Every lesson checked for vocabulary, grammar, and activity counts
- Linguistic Purity — Strict focus on authentic Ukrainian, free from Russianisms and calques
Слава Україні!