Learn and Speak Telugu Easily
A straightforward guide to mastering Telugu
Unlock the beauty of the Telugu language effortlessly.
What you'll learn
- Basic conversational skills
- Essential vocabulary and phrases
- Understanding Telugu grammar
- Cultural insights and context
- Listening and comprehension techniques
- Practical exercises for real-life scenarios
About this book
This book is designed for anyone looking to learn Telugu in a simple and effective way. With a focus on practical communication skills, it provides readers with the tools they need to engage in everyday conversations and understand the cultural nuances of the language.
Through clear explanations and engaging exercises, this guide demystifies the learning process and makes it accessible to all. Whether you are a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, this book offers a structured approach to help you speak Telugu with confidence.
Who this book is for
- Language learners of all levels
- Travelers to Telugu-speaking regions
- Students seeking to enhance their language skills
- Professionals working with Telugu speakers
Why read this book
- User-friendly structure for easy learning
- Focus on practical language use
- Cultural insights to enrich your understanding
- Engaging exercises to reinforce learning
About the language
Telugu is a Dravidian language of southern India and the official language of the states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. It is the first language of about 83 million people and is spoken by about 96 million in total.
Where it is spoken
India
Writing system
Written in its own Telugu script, with rounded letters, from left to right.
Quick facts
- Telugu is the fourth most widely spoken first language in India, according to the 2011 census.
- India declared Telugu a classical language in 2008 because of its long literary history.
- Most Telugu words end in a vowel, so some call it the Italian of the East.
- Hyderabad, the capital of Telangana, is one of India's largest technology centers.
Why learn it
- Work: deal with technology and pharmaceutical companies in Hyderabad.
- Travel: get around the states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana in southern India.
- Culture: enjoy Telugu cinema, one of the largest film industries in India.
Words shared with Arabic
- కబురు (kaburu) — From Arabic khabar, meaning news or message.
- కలం (kalam) — From Arabic qalam, meaning pen.
- జిల్లా (jilla) — From Arabic dil' via Persian, meaning district.
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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