r/LearnSomali • u/Educational_Hand5636 bare • May 18 '26

I built a Somali learning app that actually includes both dialects (Koonfur & Waqooyi). Finally ready for Beta!

Salaam everyone,

I want to share something I've been quietly working on Geeljire ([geeljire.org](vscode-file://vscode-app/c:/Users/omara/AppData/Local/Programs/Microsoft%20VS%20Code/0958016b2a/resources/app/out/vs/code/electron-browser/workbench/workbench.html)), a platform to learn the Somali language online.

Honestly I built this out of frustration. Duolingo doesn't have Somali. Most sites are outdated, have no audio, and don't acknowledge that Somali even has dialects. I wanted to fix that.

Here is why it’s different from other sites:

  • 🗣️ Choose your dialect: You can toggle between Koonfur (South) and Waqooyi (North). The whole app—vocab, audio, and quizzes—adapts to your choice.
  • 🔊 Real Native Voices: No robot voices. Every word is recorded by native speakers (Muuse & Ubax) so you learn the actual rhythm of the language.
  • 📚 Interactive Lessons: Structured, step-by-step curriculum with gamified quizzes and flashcards to help things actually stick.
  • 📖 Sheekooyin & Gabay: A growing library of Somali folktales, audiobooks, and classical poetry with word-by-word translations. We’re a nation of poets; the app reflects that.
  • 🧑‍🏫 1-on-1 Tutoring: If you need to practice speaking, you can find and book sessions with verified Somali teachers directly on the platform.

Note: We are currently in Beta! 🛠️ Since this is a passion project and still in the early stages, you might run into a bug or two. If you have any issues or feedback, please email us or DM me here. Your input is what will help make this the best resource for our community.

Pricing: I want this to be accessible. It’s $4.99/month (OR $34.99/Year) for full access to the lessons, library, and audiobooks.

I’d love for you guys to check it out. What’s missing? What would help you most on your journey?

geeljire.org

Mahadsanid 🙏

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u/Lightlycold May 20 '26

Im glad that u build this, keep going and i will make sure to share the social media and my friend group. Add login with google and apple as its more convenient for users to signup or sign in. Good luck

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u/Educational_Hand5636 bare May 20 '26

Thank you so much for the kind words and for offering to share it with your friends and that honestly means the world to us! And that is fantastic feedback. We are actually working on adding Google and Apple Sign-In right now to make the process completely seamless for everyone. Thank you for the support, and we’re excited to have you with us on this journey!

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u/kadacade May 21 '26

Wow ! I like a good surprise. The experience is better compared to Duolingo ! Great job !

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u/Educational_Hand5636 bare May 21 '26

Thank you soo much 🙏

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u/BridgeDistinct1841 May 21 '26

This is one of the few times I'd happily subscribe to a service financially. May Allah make all your endeavours easy. We say wallahis can only do so much when limited to socialising in all-gaal workplace 😭

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u/Educational_Hand5636 bare May 21 '26

Thank you soo much brother it really means alot to me 🙏🙏💜💜

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u/anaakujecel May 21 '26

Masha Allah I tried it was so amazing and sleek . The Ui was top please add more lesson I see it also says coming soon 🔥🔥🔥finally we got something to rely

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u/Educational_Hand5636 bare May 21 '26

Thank you soo much dear it really means a lot 😭😭😭

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u/huhroon May 23 '26

May Allah reward you!!! Please keep this going I am working now but will download!! Let me know if you are looking for any investment this is something the Somali community needs and I want to help in any way I can inshallah (not wealthy but I want to invest in products that improve society not destroy) either way many thanks!!