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Use the on-screen Kannada – Inscript keyboard to type Kannada without installing anything.
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Translate Kannada in a click
To translate Kannada, type or paste your text in the box below – or write it with the on-screen Kannada keyboard – and pick a language. The translation appears instantly, ready to listen to, copy or share. It is free, needs no sign-up and works on any phone or computer.
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How do I translate Kannada to English?
- Enter your Kannada text. Type or paste it into the left box (up to 5,000 characters).
- Choose the language. English is selected for you – pick another language from the buttons or “More”.
- Read the translation. It appears on the right as you type – no button to press.
- Use it. Listen to it, copy it in one click, or share it to WhatsApp and other apps.
How can I type Kannada if my keyboard is in English?
Press Open on-screen keyboard above the translator to open the on-screen Kannada – Inscript keyboard and click the letters, or type on your own keyboard – each key types the Kannada letter of the Inscript layout. You can also type Kannada words in English letters on the Kannada keyboard page and pick the word from the suggestions. Or press the microphone and speak Kannada – your words are written for you (Chrome and Edge).
Which languages can I translate Kannada into?
Kannada can be translated into 49 languages here. The most used ones:
- Kannada to English
- Kannada to Hindi
- Kannada to Spanish
- Kannada to Arabic
- Kannada to French
- Kannada to Chinese
- Kannada to Russian
- Kannada to Portuguese
Common Kannada phrases and what they mean
Try the translator with a few everyday phrases:
| Kannada | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| ನಮಸ್ಕಾರ | namaskāra | Hello |
| ಧನ್ಯವಾದ | dhanyavāda | Thank you |
| ಹೇಗಿದ್ದೀರಿ? | hēgiddīri? | How are you? |
| ನಿಮ್ಮ ಹೆಸರೇನು? | nimma hesarēnu? | What is your name? |
| ಶುಭೋದಯ | śubhōdaya | Good morning |
| ಮತ್ತೆ ಸಿಗೋಣ | matte sigōṇa | See you again |
How accurate is the Kannada translation?
The translation is made by machine (Google Translate). It is very good for everyday messages, emails and getting the meaning of a text, but it can miss idioms, names and tone. For better results:
- Write short, complete sentences with correct spelling and punctuation.
- Check names, numbers and dates in the result.
- For legal, medical or official documents, ask a professional translator.
- Text typed with old Kannada fonts such as Nudi is not Unicode and looks like random English letters to a translator. Retype it with the Kannada keyboard, which always produces Unicode.
Kannada Translator – Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Kannada translator free?
Yes. It is free, with no sign-up and no daily limit. Each translation can be up to 5,000 characters long – split longer texts into parts.
How do I translate English into Kannada?
Open the English translator – it opens with Kannada already chosen as the language to translate into.
Can I hear how the translation sounds?
Yes. Press the speaker button under either box. The voice comes from your device, so the available voices – and whether a language can be read aloud – depend on your phone or computer.
Is my Kannada text saved?
No. We do not store your text. To translate it, your browser sends it to Google Translate, as explained in our Privacy Policy.
Does the translator work offline?
No. Translation needs an internet connection because it is done by Google Translate. Typing with the Kannada keyboard itself works without one once the page has loaded.
Can I translate Kannada text from an image?
Yes. Use Kannada image to text to read the text from a photo or scan, then press Translate to open it here.
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Last updated 14 October 2026