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Short Malayalam Lines With English Meanings:  If you’re planning a trip to Kerala, learning a few basic Malayalam phrases can make your experience smoother and more enjoyable. Malayalam is mainly spoken in Kerala, and while many people speak English, using the local language is the best way to connect and bond with locals. Speaking in a place’s native language also shows your respect for their culture and makes your life easier there. From greeting phrases and requesting directions to ordering food or asking for help, here is a list of over 35 must-know Malayalam phrases that will make your Kerala trip worthwhile.

List Of 35+ Short Malayalam Lines with English Meanings:

Greetings And Basic Phrases In Malayalam: 

1. Namaskaram – Hello / Greetings
2. Sukhamano? – How are you?
3. Nanni – Thank you
4. Dayavu cheyyu – Please
5. Shubha dinam – Good day
6. Ente peru… – My name is…
7. Ningalude peru entha? – What is your name?
8. English ariyamo? – Do you speak English?
9. Enikku manassilayilla – I don’t understand
10. Poyi varam – Goodbye
11. Swagatam – Welcome
12. Sughamano? – Are you well?
13. Enikku sukhamaanu – I am fine


Malayalam Lines To Ask For Help:

14. Njan vazhi thetti – I am lost
15. Evide? – Where?
16. Ivide aduthu oru hotel undo? – Is there a nearby hotel?
17. Enikku [Place] pokanam – I want to go to [Place]
18. Epole samayam? – What time is it?
19. Oru chaaya venam – Can I have a cup of tea?
20. Oru glass vellam – A glass of water
21. Bill venam – I need the bill
22. Enikku vishakunnu – I am hungry
23. Kulimuri evideyaanu? – Where is the bathroom?
24. Ningal enne ee sthalathekku kondupogamo? – Can you take me to this place?
25. Njaan nokkuka matram – I am just looking
26. Ithu valare vilayeriyathaanu – This is too expensive
27. Njaan ith vaangum – I will buy it
28. Enikku alpam vellam evide kittum? – Where can I get some water?
29. Chetta / Chechi – Brother / Sister (to address people)
30. Amma / Achan – Mother / Father
31. Koottukaran – Friend


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32. Oru sahayam cheyyamo? – Can you help me?
33. Ithinu ethra vila? – How much does this cost?
34. Vila kurakkamo? – Can you lower the price?
35. Enikku oru doctor venam – I need a doctor

Malayalam Phrases That Will Help You In Restaurants And While Ordering Food: 

36. Meen curry – Fish curry
37. Sadya – Traditional Kerala feast
38. Karikku – Tender coconut
39. Kattan chaaya – Black tea
40. Vellam – Water

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Malayalam Speaking Tips 101 :

- Use Chetta (brother) or Chechi (sister) to politely address strangers.

- Nanni, which means thank you and Dayavu Cheyyu, which means please, use them often as they are magic words, and are highly appreciated by people across the globe.

Save this easy guide of short Malayalam phrases and their English translations, which is perfect for beginners, language enthusiasts and especially for people who are taking a trip to Kerala, as this list helps you blend in with the locals in no time!