# Fidel Guide — Learn the Ethiopian Alphabet

> Reference app for learning and pronouncing the Ethiopian alphabet. (iPhone/iPad app by Mikael Mengistu.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fidel-guide/id1419951145 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Mikael Mengistu](https://appshunter.io/developer/1419951144)
- Category: Education, Reference
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 29 App Store ratings · 20 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 22 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2018-08-15
- Data updated: 2026-07-05
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fidel-guide/id1419951145/reviews.md

## What is Fidel Guide?

Fidel Guide is a quick reference for the Ethiopian alphabet. Using Fidel Guide you will be able to hear a native speaker's pronunciation of the Ethiopian alphabet. You can search for Ethiopian characters in English, or if you have an Ethiopian keyboard installed, you can search directly with the character you want to find. This is the perfect reference app for those who want to learn to read and pronounce the Ethiopian alphabet.

Fidel guide is available on both iPhone and iPad and will never have ads!

In following versions there will be Amharic numbers, and basic phrases!

Special thanks to Hana Seyoum and Selam Alemayehu!

## Key features

- Ethiopian alphabet reference
- Native speaker pronunciation audio
- Search by English or Ethiopian character
- Ad-free experience
- Future Amharic numbers and phrases

## Recent user reviews (10 of 20)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fidel-guide/id1419951145/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Several mispronunciations

*2021-03-02, version 1.0.3*

Native Amharic speakers pointed out several mispronunciations in this app:

ኸኹኺኻኼኾ,ጨጩጪጫጬጮ

### 5/5 — AMAZING !

*2020-04-22, version 1.0.3*

This app is so simple yet so amazing critically useful . I have been trying to learn the Amharic Fidels but haven’t found an easily accessible on the go way of doing it ... until now. So grateful for whoever made it . Amesegnalew! 🙌🏽

### 4/5 — Simple app

*2019-12-09, version 1.0.3*

This is a simple app to use. Please update the sound “Ch” which is currently similar to “ch’”. I hope the developer can expand on basic greetings or just items to study in Amharic.

### 4/5 — Mr

*2019-12-08*

Dear app owner, 
The sound you have for ኸኹኺኻ
He Hu Ha hea Hea Ho 
Not ha hi hi ha h ሀ sound. 
Great app for fast learning new generation infants/children.
Keep the good Work.
Zablon

### 5/5 — A very important app

*2019-11-17*

I have been using this app in my daily life, it is imperative that diverse IOS applications such as this one prosper. Servicing a need that not many would aspire to create. Thank you to the developers of this app for allowing me to reconnect with my language in a palatable form !!!

### 5/5 — Excellent

*2019-07-27, version 1.0.1*

Great job ! 

Fesseha Atlaw

### 4/5 — Very useful, simple layout that's easy to navigate

*2019-05-02, version 1.0.1*

This app is so useful when studying fidel however, the majority of the time that I use it the sound of the letters won't play when I tap on an individual one or "Play All." Otherwise a perfect app.

### 5/5 — Great resource

*2018-11-21, version 1.0.1*

Couldn’t get the audio to work at first but restarted my phone and had success. Thanks! Love it.

### 5/5 — Great Geez App

*2018-09-15, version 1.0.1*

Very easy to use and convenient app to learn Geez alphabet. Great job!

### 5/5 — The tool I needed!

*2018-08-26, version 1.0.1*

The Ethiopian alphabet has so many letters and learning it can be really difficult. I’m still in the process of getting it all down and this is just what I needed. This is a great reference. Thank you!

## Frequently asked questions about Fidel Guide

### What is Fidel Guide?

Fidel Guide is a free reference application designed to help users learn and pronounce the Ethiopian alphabet. It offers audio pronunciations by native speakers and allows searching for characters.

### How does Fidel Guide help with learning the Ethiopian alphabet?

Fidel Guide provides audio pronunciations from native speakers for each character in the Ethiopian alphabet. Users can also search for characters using English transliterations or the characters themselves if an Ethiopian keyboard is installed.

### Is Fidel Guide available on multiple devices?

Yes, Fidel Guide is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, making it accessible for a wide range of Apple users.

### Does Fidel Guide have ads?

No, Fidel Guide is completely ad-free, ensuring an uninterrupted learning experience for all users.

### What is the rating of Fidel Guide?

Fidel Guide has a strong user rating of 4.6 stars, based on 29 ratings, indicating a positive user experience.

### What new features can be expected in future updates of Fidel Guide?

Future versions of Fidel Guide are planned to include Amharic numbers and basic Amharic phrases, further enhancing its utility for language learners.

### What is the age rating for Fidel Guide?

Fidel Guide has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a broad audience including children and adults interested in learning the Ethiopian alphabet.

### When was Fidel Guide last updated?

Fidel Guide was last updated on November 16, 2019, with version 1.0.3. The app was initially released on August 15, 2018.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.0.3 — 2019-11-16

- Number one requested feature, you no longer have to switch out of silent mode to hear app audio! 

- Intro animation loads faster

### 1.0.2 — 2019-11-15

- No longer have to switch out of silent mode to hear app audio! Number one requested feature
- Intro animation loads faster

### 1.0.1 — 2018-08-20

Bug fixes in version 1.0.1
 - Changes to ensure proper display on all devices sizes!
 - Added a separator to the main list view to make it easier to read.
 - Added Amharic "V" row.

### 1.0 — 2018-08-13

No release notes.

## More apps by Mikael Mengistu

- [Fidel Quiz](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fidel-quiz/id6466536714)
- [FidelRush](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fidelrush/id6738371234)

All apps by Mikael Mengistu: https://appshunter.io/developer/1419951144

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