1401, 1402. Beginning Hindi. Introduction to standard Hindi. Emphasizes intensive drills on speaking and listening with special attention to individual pronunciation and intonation. Reading and writing in the Hindi writing system (Devanagari) will be introduced and studied. Prerequisite for 1402: C- or better in 1401 or placement by exam.

2401, 2402. Intermediate Hindi. Emphasizes intensive speaking and listening drills with special attention to individuals, along with reading and writing in the Devanagari system. Hindi grammar and syntax will be reviewed and reinforced. Prerequisite for 2401: At least a C- in Hindi 1402. Prerequisite for 2402: C- in Hindi 2401 or placement by exam.