Useful Kerala Phrases

Navigating Keralam (Kerala) is much easier and more rewarding when you know a few conversational words in Malayalam. These phrases will be useful in communicating with the locals in Kerala-

Basic greetings:

Hello- Namaskaram
How are you?- Sukhamaano?
I am fine- Enikku sukhamaanu
Thank you very much- Valare nandi
Sorry- Kshamikkanam
Goodbye- Tata
For getting a stranger’s attention- Chetta (older brother/ man) or Chechi (older sister/ woman)
Please- Dayavaayi

Getting Around:

Where is…. ? - evideyanu?
Where is the toilet? - Toilet evideyanu?
How much is this? - Ethra roopa aayi?
Can you reduce the price? - Vila kurakkamo?
I don't know Malayalam - Enikku Malayalam ariyilla
Do you speak English? - English ariyumo?
How do I get to [location]? - [location] engane pokum?
Where is [location]? - [location] evide aanu?
Which way? - Etha vazhi?
Can you help me, please? - Ningal enne sahayikkumo?

For eating:

I am hungry - Enikku vishakkunnu
I need water - Vellam venam
Give me a cup of tea - Oru chaya venam
I am a vegetarian - Njan sasyabhojiy aanu
Do you accept cards? - Ningal card sweekarikkunnundo?
How much does this cost? - Ithu ethra aayi?
Bill, please - Bill, dayavaayi
I want to eat….. - Enikku ..... kazhikkanam

Numbers

1 - onnu
2 - randu
3 - moonnu
4 - naalu
5 - anchu
6 - aaru
7 - ezhu
8 - ettu
9 - ombathu
10 - paththu
I want …. of this - Enikku ithinte …… venam

Knowing a few basic Malayalam phrases can go a long way in making your Kerala journey more enjoyable and hassle-free. Whether you're interacting with locals, shopping in markets, or exploring hidden gems, these simple expressions can enhance your travel experience and help you make the most of your Kerala Tour Packages.