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Welcome to your introduction to the Nepali language! This lesson covers essential topics including the Nepali alphabet, basic vocabulary, and common phrases. Whether you’re planning to visit Nepal, connect with Nepali-speaking communities, or simply expand your linguistic horizons, this foundation will equip you with the fundamentals needed for further study.
Master these fundamental Nepali words and phrases. Each entry includes the English translation, the Nepali script, and romanized pronunciation to help you learn both written and spoken Nepali.
| English | Nepali | Romanized |
|---|---|---|
| Farm | खेत | Khet |
| Sociology | समाजशास्त्र | Samājśāstra |
| Hello | नमस्ते | Namastē |
| Nowadays | आजकाल | Ājakāl |
| To clean | सफा गर्नु | Saphā garnu |
| Month | महिना | Mahināa |
| Two hundred (200) | दुई सय | Dui saya |
| College | कलेज | Kalej |
| To read | पढ्नु | Paḍhnu |
| To write | लेख्नु | Lekhnu |
Learn how these words are used in real sentences. Study the Nepali script, romanized pronunciation, English translation, and contextual meaning to develop fluency.
| Nepali Script | Romanized | English |
|---|---|---|
| ऊ फार्ममा काम गर्छ। | Ū phārmmā kām garcha. | He works on a farm. |
| म निबन्ध लेख्दैछु। | Ma nibandha lekhdai chu. | I am writing an essay. |
| ऊ पुस्तक पढ्दैछ। | Ū pustak paḍhdai cha. | He is reading a book. |
| नमस्ते! तपाईंलाई कस्तो छ? | Namastē! Tapāī̃lāī kasto cha? | Hello! How are you? |
| म समाजशास्त्र पढ्छु। | Ma samājśāstra paḍhchu. | I study sociology. |
| उसले कोठा सफा गर्यो। | Usle koṭhā saphā garyo. | He cleaned the room. |
| एक महिनामा तलब आउँछ। | Ek mahināmā talab āuncha. | Salary comes in a month. |
| म कलेज जान्छु। | Ma kalej jānchu. | I go to college. |
| आजकाल इन्टरनेट सबैको आवश्यकता हो। | Ājakāl iṇṭarneṭ sabaiko āvaśyaktā ho. | Nowadays, internet is a necessity for everyone. |
| उससँग दुई सय रुपैयाँ छ। | Usanga dui saya rupaiyā cha. | He has two hundred rupees. |
Master the foundational elements of Nepali language to build confidence in speaking, reading, and writing.
Learn the Nepali script (Devanagari) as the foundation for reading and writing accuracy in the language.
Develop a core vocabulary of essential words to express yourself in everyday situations and conversations.
Study words and phrases in context through real sentences to understand grammar and practical usage patterns.
Dedicate daily time to pronunciation, reading, and writing to solidify your foundation for future learning.
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