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About Nepali Language

Nepali (नेपाली) is an Indo-Aryan language and the primary language of Nepal. It is also widely spoken in parts of India, particularly in Sikkim, Darjeeling, and other Himalayan regions.

Nepali has a rich literary tradition and is spoken by communities across South Asia and around the world.

Nepali is primarily written using the Devanagari script. Although it shares this script with languages such as Hindi, Marathi, and Sanskrit, Nepali is a distinct language with its own grammar, pronunciation, and vocabulary.

Devanagari Script for Nepali

Nepali is written using Devanagari, a Brahmic writing system written from left to right. The script uses independent vowels, consonants, vowel signs, the virama, and conjunct consonants.

The same script is used by several Indian languages, but the language being written determines the vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammatical conventions.

Written from left to right
Uses Devanagari
Contains independent vowels and consonants
Uses vowel signs (matras)
Uses conjunct consonants

Learn Nepali Letters (Devanagari)

Explore Nepali vowels, consonants, common conjuncts, and Devanagari numerals. Click a character to insert it directly into the typing editor.

Vowels (स्वर)

Consonants (व्यञ्जन)

Common Conjunct Consonants

Nepali Devanagari Numerals

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Nepali - Frequently Asked Questions

What script is used to write Nepali?+−

Nepali is primarily written using the Devanagari script. The same script is also used for several other languages, including Hindi, Marathi, and Sanskrit.

Is Nepali the same language as Hindi?+−

No. Nepali and Hindi are separate Indo-Aryan languages. They share the Devanagari script and some vocabulary, but their grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary, and linguistic development are distinct.

How many vowels are commonly taught in the Nepali alphabet?+−

The commonly taught Nepali alphabet includes 11 independent vowels: अ, आ, इ, ई, उ, ऊ, ऋ, ए, ऐ, ओ, and औ.

How many consonants are commonly taught in Nepali?+−

The commonly taught Nepali alphabet contains 33 primary consonant letters, organized traditionally into groups according to their place of articulation.

What are Nepali vowel signs?+−

Vowel signs, or matras, are dependent Devanagari signs attached to consonants to represent different vowel sounds. Examples include ा, ि, ी, ु, ू, े, ै, ो, and ौ.

What are conjunct consonants in Nepali?+−

Conjunct consonants are combinations of consonants written together, often using the virama. Common examples include क्ष, त्र, and ज्ञ.

Is Nepali written from left to right?+−

Yes. Nepali is written from left to right using the Devanagari script.

Where is Nepali spoken?+−

Nepali is the primary language of Nepal and is also spoken by communities in India, particularly in Sikkim, Darjeeling, and other parts of the Himalayan region, as well as by Nepali communities worldwide.

Why does Nepali use the same script as Hindi?+−

Both languages use Devanagari because the script is historically established across several Indo-Aryan languages. Sharing a script does not mean the languages themselves are the same.

Can I learn Nepali typing without learning a Devanagari keyboard?+−

Yes. TypeBharat's phonetic typing method lets beginners enter Nepali using English letters and select the appropriate Devanagari suggestions.