This Malayalam course is built around one practical outcome: you should be able to understand and speak simple, natural Malayalam in real situations. The course uses romanised Malayalam, audio, sentence patterns, live correction and everyday topics before moving into deeper grammar or script.
Course outcomes
Speak
Build sentences for family, food, shopping, travel, greetings, daily routine and feelings.
Listen
Train your ear with common phrases, slow audio, question patterns and real responses.
Continue
Move from free lessons into the course books and live one-to-one lessons when you want correction.
Suggested syllabus
What makes this Malayalam course different?
- Spoken first: You start with what people actually say in Kerala.
- Pattern based: You learn sentence frames and reuse them with new words.
- Beginner friendly: Romanisation helps you speak before script becomes a barrier.
- Audio rich: Learners hear natural rhythm, not only written examples.
- Teacher led when needed: Live lessons help with correction, confidence and consistency.
What you will be saying
A sample of the sentences learners use by the end of each level:
| Malayalam | Romanised | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| സുഖമാണോ? എനിക്ക് സുഖമാണ്. | sukhamaano? enikku sukhamaanu. | Level 1: Are you well? I'm well. |
| എനിക്ക് ഒരു ചായ വേണം | enikku oru chaaya venam | Level 1: I'd like a tea |
| ഞാൻ നാളെ വീട്ടിൽ വിളിക്കും | njaan naale veettil vilikkum | Level 2: I'll call home tomorrow |
| ഇന്നലെ ഞങ്ങൾ ബീച്ചിൽ പോയി | innale njangal beachil poyi | Level 3: Yesterday we went to the beach |
| അമ്മൂമ്മേ, ഞാൻ അടുത്ത മാസം വരുന്നുണ്ട് | ammoomme, njaan adutha maasam varunnundu | Level 4: Grandma, I'm coming next month |
Start free with the starter pack and the 30-day course, then move into live lessons when you want correction.
Who should take this course?
- Beginners who want a clear Malayalam learning plan.
- NRIs who understand Malayalam but cannot reply confidently.
- Partners of Malayalis preparing for family conversations.
- Parents who want to help children reconnect with Malayalam.
- Travellers who want useful Kerala phrases before a trip.
- Adults who tried apps or YouTube but need structure.
Start with the free course, then speak live
Begin with the free 30-day Malayalam plan. If you want personalised correction, book a live lesson with Reshmi.
Start the free courseWhat it costs, and what learners say
$10 USD for 30 minutes · $15 for 45 minutes · $20 for 60 minutes — one-to-one, taught in English, on Google Meet, Zoom or Skype. Packages save more per lesson.
“I'm an American-born Malayali. I started learning with Reshmi and wow, big difference. Now I'm having conversations with my parents in Malayalam.”— Joe, heritage learner, USA
“First lesson today, and Reshmi is amazing! I went in feeling so nervous — and came out feeling so confident and proud of myself.”— Carly, beginner, USA
“As an expert linguist she compares English and Malayalam structure, which really helps. I'm learning to communicate with my husband's family.”— Emma Brown, learning for family, UK
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FAQ
Is this Malayalam course for absolute beginners?
Yes. It starts from simple sounds, greetings and useful sentence patterns. You do not need prior Malayalam knowledge.
Do I need to learn Malayalam script?
No, not at the beginning. The course can start with romanised Malayalam. Script becomes easier once you already know the sounds and common words.
Can I use this course with books?
Yes. The books, free lessons, audio tools and live classes should reinforce each other. One topic can become a lesson, worksheet, flashcard set, video and book chapter.