Learn Gujarati without learning the script
how do i learn gujarati without learning the script?
Use an app that teaches Gujarati in English letters. The Desi Dictionary gives you real everyday phrases with audio, so you can speak with your family before you ever read a Gujarati character.
how it works.
Three simple ideas, built for people who grew up hearing Gujarati at home.
five gujarati phrases to start.
Say it first. The script is there when you are ready for it.
| Say it | It means | Gujarati script |
|---|---|---|
| Kem cho? | How are you? | કેમ છો? |
| Maja ma. | I'm good. | મજામાં. |
| Tamaru naam shu chhe? | What is your name? | તમારું નામ શું છે? |
| Mane Gujarati shikhvu chhe. | I want to learn Gujarati. | મને ગુજરાતી શીખવું છે. |
| Tame jamya? | Have you eaten? | તમે જમ્યા? |
questions people ask.
Do I need to learn the Gujarati script?
No. The Desi Dictionary teaches every phrase in English letters with audio. You can add the script later if you want it.
Who is it for?
Anyone from the diaspora who understands the family group chat but freezes when it is time to reply, including complete beginners.
Which languages are in the app?
Gujarati, Hindi, Punjabi and Marathi, all taught the same way.
Is it free?
You can download it free and start learning. Open the app to see what is included.
The Desi Dictionary is made by Tanvee, a founder in London who wanted a gentler way for the diaspora to speak the languages of home. Every lesson starts from a real question: how do I say this to my grandmother? What do I say at the wedding?