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Learn Syriac Script! vs Malpana

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

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About

Learn Syriac Script!

Master the Syriac alphabet and its accent markings with interactive lessons and engaging games. Practice your skills with quizzes and word-building exercises, and even test your typing abilities.

Highlights
  • Learn Syriac alphabet
  • Master accent markings
  • Interactive quizzes
  • Word building games
  • Typing practice game
Features
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The Syriac alphabet is used to write classical Syriac as well as several neo-Aramaic varieties, such as Chaldean, Assyrian, and Turoyo among others.These varieties and the alphabet are typically associated with Christians but are closely related to varieties of Judeo-Aramaic as well as Mandaic. Use this app to learn the letters and different accent markings, and test yourself with the quiz and word building games. There is also a typing game for those who have a keyboard installed.

About

Malpana

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Embark on Your Assyrian/Syriac Journey with Malpana Malpana is your trusted companion on the path to studying the Assyrian/Syriac language. Designed with simplicity and effectiveness in mind, Malpana offers six intuitive sections to guide beginner-level users through their language learning adventure. 1. Alphabets: Begin your journey by studying the foundation of the Assyrian/Syriac language. The Alphabets section provides comprehensive lessons on each letter, accompanied by clear explanations and pronunciation. You’ll gain confidence in reading and writing Assyrian/Syriac language with ease. 2. Vowels: Dive deeper into pronunciation with the Vowels section, where you'll learn the nuances of vowel sounds in Assyrian/Syriac. Through audio examples, you'll process your ability to differentiate between short and long vowels, as well as understand their placement within words. With practice, you'll develop a natural fluency that enhances your spoken Assyrian/Syriac. 3. Letter Sounds Guide: Unlock the secrets of Assyrian/Syriac phonetics with the Letter Sounds Guide. This section provides a comprehensive overview of letter combinations and their corresponding sounds. By studying these phonetic rules, you'll improve your reading comprehension and pronunciation accuracy, laying a solid foundation for advanced language skills. 4. Vocabulary: Expand your lexicon and deepen your understanding of Assyrian/Syriac language through the Vocabulary section. Here, you'll discover a diverse range of words. From everyday essentials to specialized terminology, each word comes with audio pronunciation and many with visual aid. 5. Stories: Engage yourself in the rich storytelling tradition of Assyrian/Syriac with the Stories section. Delve into captivating narratives, and cultural stories presented in both text and audio formats. Follow along as you listen to native speakers bring these tales to life, enhancing your listening comprehension and cultural appreciation. 6. Numbers: In this section, you'll learn how to express numerical concepts accurately in Assyrian/Syriac. Embark on your Assyrian/Syriac language journey today with Malpana and unlock a world of linguistic and cultural discovery!

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Learn Syriac Script!4 screens
Malpana4 screens

Verdict

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The clearest difference is price: Learn Syriac Script! at Free against Malpana's $2.99. Learn Syriac Script! also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.4). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Learn Syriac Script! is free to download; Malpana costs $2.99 up front. Malpana sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Learn Syriac Script! asks for nothing beyond the download.

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Learn Syriac Script! versus Malpana: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLearn Syriac Script!Malpana
PriceFree — better$2.99
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequency—Weekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size64 MB174 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEthan HartzellGorgees Esho

In-app purchases

None

Learn Syriac Script!

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Malpana

One-time1
  • Malpana$3.99

Questions

Is Learn Syriac Script! free?
Learn Syriac Script! is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Malpana free?
Malpana costs $2.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Do Learn Syriac Script! or Malpana have ads?
Neither Learn Syriac Script! nor Malpana shows ads.

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