Meeting Malayalis for the first time? A simple self-introduction in casual Malayalam goes a long way. Here are the exact lines - name, where you're from, what you do - with audio and a natural example you can copy.
The core phrases
A friendly first introduction in Malayalam needs just a few lines:
- Ente per ___ aanu — My name is ___ (see names in Malayalam)
- Njaan ___ ninnu vannu — I'm from ___ (e.g. Njaan America ninnu vannu)
- Njaan ___ aanu cheyyunne — I work as a ___ / I do ___
- Parichayappettathil santhosham — Nice to meet you
Asking back
Keep the conversation going: Ninte per entha? ("what's your name?"), Evideninnaa? ("where are you from?"), and the friendly Sukhamaano? ("how are you?").
A natural example
Hi! My name is John. I'm from the UK. I'm a teacher. Nice to meet you!
Hear it in a real conversation
Listen to two people meeting for the first time in the "Meeting Someone New" conversation (with full transcript), then practise your own introduction. Browse more lines in the phrases hub or follow the beginner's guide.
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Book a lesson →Frequently asked questions
How do you introduce yourself in Malayalam?
Say Ente per ___ aanu (my name is ___), Njaan ___ ninnu vannu (I'm from ___), and Parichayappettathil santhosham (nice to meet you).
How do you say my name is in Malayalam?
Say Ente per ___ aanu, filling in your name - e.g. Ente per Sara aanu.
How do you ask someone's name in Malayalam?
Casually, Ninte per entha?; politely, Ningalude per entha?
How do you say nice to meet you in Malayalam?
Say Parichayappettathil santhosham.