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My Languages - Malayalam
"If you're trying to learn Malayalam, check our courses below about adjectives, adverbs, articles, gender (feminine, masculine...), negation, nouns, numbers, phrases, plural, prepositions, pronouns, questions, verbs, vocabulary, excercises... to help you with your Malayalam grammar. Below are our free Malayalam lessons. Enjoy our courses!"
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iLanguages - Malayalam
Vocabulary, phrases, grammar and flashcards.
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Malayalam: a Grammatical Sketch and a Text
A grammatical sketch and sample texts.
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the gallery home page Malayalam
Downloadable fonts.
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Olam
A dictionary.
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Mathrubhumi
News.
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Manorama Online
News.
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Malayalam Language
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Malayalam Grammar
Grammar.
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Malayalam for kids
Malayalam lessons for children.
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Malayalam Dictionary
A dictionary.
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Malayalam Audio Lessons on Kerala Culture
Lessons, grammar and lots of other learning resources + Kerala culture.
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Learn MALAYALAM alphabets
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English Malayalam Dictionary
A dictionary.
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English Malayalam Dictionary
A dictionary.
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Easy Malayalam
4 lessons fo beginners.
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Colloquial Malayam
A textbook.
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101 Languages - Malayalam
A free course.
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About the Malayalam Language
Malayalam is a Dravidian language spoken by approximately 38 million people primarily in the Indian state of Kerala and the Union Territory of Lakshadweep. It is also spoken by Malayali communities in various parts of India and across the world.
The origins of Malayalam can be traced back to the early Middle Ages, evolving from Old Tamil and influenced by Sanskrit and other Indian languages. It developed as an independent language with its own script, known as the Malayalam script, which is derived from the ancient Brahmi script.
Malayalam has a rich literary tradition and is known for its extensive and diverse body of literature. It has produced renowned poets, writers, and playwrights who have made significant contributions to Indian literature. Malayalam literature encompasses various genres, including poetry, fiction, drama, and non-fiction.
Malayalam is the official language of the state of Kerala and plays a significant role in its cultural, social, and educational spheres. It is widely used in government administration, media, and literature. Malayalam films, known as "Mollywood," have a thriving industry and contribute to the vibrant cultural landscape of Kerala.
In addition to Kerala, Malayalam is spoken by Malayali communities in other states of India, including Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Delhi. It is also spoken by expatriate Malayali communities in countries such as the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, the United States, and the United Kingdom.
The Malayalam language has a unique phonological and grammatical structure, with its own set of vowel and consonant sounds. It has an extensive vocabulary, influenced by Sanskrit, Tamil, and other Dravidian and Indo-Aryan languages.
One interesting fact about Malayalam is that it is one of the few languages in the world that is written from left to right and uses a script with characters that combine consonants and vowels. This distinctive script adds to the visual appeal of Malayalam writing.
Malayalam culture is deeply intertwined with the language, and the preservation and promotion of Malayalam language and literature are important aspects of Kerala's cultural identity.