ಕನ್ನಡ · Kannada script · about 60 million speakers
Learn Kannada —
from any language you already speak.
Kannada is spoken in Karnataka, centred on Bengaluru. SparkKing teaches it from any of ten other Indian languages or English — real script, natural voices, and pronunciation practice that listens to you say it back.
Your first Kannada words
| ಕನ್ನಡ | Sounds like | Means |
|---|---|---|
| ನಮಸ್ಕಾರ | Namaskara | Hello |
| ಧನ್ಯವಾದ | Dhanyavada | Thank you |
| ಹೇಗಿದ್ದೀರಾ? | Hegiddira? | How are you? |
| ನೀರು | Neeru | Water |
Every word above is spoken aloud in the app by a natural Kannada voice — and the app listens to you say it back, and scores it.
Why Kannada, and why SparkKing
The most-chosen language in SparkKing - everyone who moves to Bengaluru discovers that auto drivers, landlords and colleagues all appreciate even a little Kannada.
- Learn from your own language. Eleven source languages, not English-only.
- The real Kannada script, letter by letter, with audio for every character.
- Speak from day one. AI pronunciation scoring tells you how you actually sound.
- A daily word in Kannada, delivered at your own 8 a.m., wherever you live.
Common questions
What is the best way to learn Kannada?
Little and often, out loud. SparkKing teaches Kannada through short lessons in the real Kannada script, with every word spoken by a natural voice and your own pronunciation scored as you practise. Ten minutes a day beats a weekend binge.
Can I learn Kannada from Hindi, not just English?
Yes - that is the point of SparkKing. Any of its eleven languages can be your starting language, so a Hindi speaker learns Kannada directly, without passing through English.
Is SparkKing free?
The alphabet and all basic Kannada lessons are free, including audio and pronunciation practice. Paid plans add unlimited AI conversation practice and the full intermediate and advanced courses.