Tamil Typing Online
Basic phonetic engine — the common-word dictionary for this language is growing. Spell tricky words out phonetically (long vowels written double).
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The free Tamil typing workspace — type, count, export, and share Tamil text from any device.
How to type in Tamil
- Type Tamil words phonetically in the left box using English letters — for example vanakkam.
- The Tamil script text appears instantly in the right box: வணக்கம்.
- Copy it, share it, download it, or print it.
Examples
| You type | You get |
|---|---|
| vanakkam | வணக்கம் |
| naan | நான் |
| amma | அம்மா |
| nandri | நன்றி |
Tamil is one of the world's oldest living languages, official in Tamil Nadu, Sri Lanka, and Singapore. Its script has no aspirated consonants, so phonetic typing maps several English sounds to one Tamil letter — for loanwords, Grantha letters like ஜ and ஷ are used.
Using Tamil typing
Examples
| You type | You get |
|---|---|
| vanakkam | வணக்கம் |
| naan | நான் |
| amma | அம்மா |
| nandri | நன்றி |
Common problems
- A word comes out with the wrong spelling — try typing it phonetically a different way, or edit the output directly.
- k, g, and kh all map to the same Tamil letter (க) — this is normal Tamil orthography, not a tool limitation.
- Loanwords needing Grantha letters (ஜ, ஷ, ஸ) may need the on-screen keyboard for exact characters.
Copy & paste
Output is standard Unicode Tamil — copy it straight into WhatsApp, Word, or Google Docs and it displays correctly everywhere.
On mobile
Works in any mobile browser without installing anything; useful for quick phonetic typing when you don't have a Tamil keyboard set up.
Frequently asked questions
How do I type Tamil using English letters?
Type words the way they sound using English letters — for example "vanakkam" — and the tool converts them to Tamil script (வணக்கம்) as you go. It runs in your browser, no software or fonts needed.
How do I type Tamil online without installing anything?
Just use this page — phonetic typing converts English letters to Tamil script instantly, with no extensions, fonts, or app installs required.
How do I fix a word that comes out spelled wrong?
Try a different phonetic spelling — long vowels usually need to be written out double — or edit the Tamil output directly in the text box.
Can I paste this into WhatsApp, Word, or Google Docs?
Yes. The output is standard Unicode Tamil, so it displays correctly in WhatsApp, Gmail, Word, and Google Docs. Use the Copy or Share buttons, or download it as a .txt file.
Does this work on mobile?
Yes — it works in your phone's browser with no app to install, and the sticky copy button stays within reach while you type.
Why do k, g, kh all give the same Tamil letter?
Tamil script writes க for the whole k/g sound family — the pronunciation depends on position in the word. This is normal Tamil orthography, not a limitation of the tool.
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