Is Zulu one of the hardest languages to learn?

Zulu, spoken by over 12 million people in South Africa, is often cited as one of the most difficult languages to learn. Linguists argue that its complex sound system, noun classifications, and tonal variations create significant challenges for non-native speakers.According to Duolingo linguist Dr Emilie Zuniga, Zulu’s difficulty stems from two key factors: its sound system, which includes tonal variations and click consonants, and its noun classification system, which requires memorising multiple word categories.“Clicks are easy to hear but tough for learners to produce, especially in…