Learn and Speak Malayalam Easily
Your gateway to mastering the Malayalam language
Unlock the beauty of Malayalam with ease and confidence.
What you'll learn
- Basic conversational phrases
- Essential vocabulary for daily use
- Pronunciation tips for clarity
- Understanding of grammar fundamentals
- Cultural insights to enhance learning
- Confidence in speaking with native speakers
About this book
This book is designed for anyone eager to learn Malayalam, offering a structured approach that simplifies the language acquisition process. With engaging exercises and practical examples, readers will find themselves speaking Malayalam in no time.
The importance of learning Malayalam goes beyond just communication; it opens doors to understanding the rich culture, traditions, and history of Kerala. Whether for travel, work, or personal enrichment, this book equips you with the skills needed to navigate conversations with ease.
Who this book is for
- Travelers to Kerala
- Language enthusiasts
- Students of Indian languages
- Professionals working in India
- Cultural explorers
Why read this book
- Structured lessons for gradual learning
- Practical exercises to reinforce skills
- Cultural context to enrich understanding
- Accessible for beginners and intermediate learners
About the language
Malayalam is a Dravidian language spoken in the state of Kerala in southern India. It is an official language of Kerala and Lakshadweep. About 37 million people speak it natively.
Where it is spoken
India
Writing system
It is written in its own Malayalam script from left to right, with rounded letters.
Quick facts
- Its English name, Malayalam, reads the same forwards and backwards.
- It was granted classical language status in India in 2013.
- Kerala's Muslims wrote it for centuries in Arabic letters, known as Arabi Malayalam.
- Kerala has long ties with the Arabs through the spice trade.
Why learn it
- Connect with the large Keralite community working in the Gulf countries.
- Travel to Kerala and enjoy its nature and culture.
- Explore a rich literature and a productive film industry.
Words shared with Arabic
- vakkil — From Arabic wakil: agent, used for lawyer.
- jilla — From Arabic dil': side, came to mean district.
- taluk — From Arabic ta'alluq: an administrative subdivision.
Comes with the book: the «Learn and Speak Easily» app
The book teaches you the word; the app trains you to say it. Open the app with your easyT account and practise every word and phrase in the book out loud.
2,188 words and phrases to practise in this book
Hear the right pronunciation
Every word and phrase in the book, spoken clearly, at normal speed or slowly.
Say it and get corrected
Tap the microphone and say the word — the app tells you right away whether you got it or came close.
The book's own chapters
Same chapters in the same order, with the word, its pronunciation in Arabic letters, its meaning and the book page.
A quiz after every chapter
Quick questions on what you learned; the app keeps your best score and your progress per chapter.
App details
- Free for everyone who bought the book, printed or digital
- Every language is open to Premium subscribers
- Sign in with your easyT account
- Works offline after a language is opened once
- Checking runs on your phone — your voice is never recorded or stored
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