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Use the on-screen Khmer – NiDA keyboard to type Khmer without installing anything.
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Translate Khmer in a click
To translate Khmer, type or paste your text in the box below – or write it with the on-screen Khmer 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 Khmer to English?
- Enter your Khmer 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 Khmer if my keyboard is in English?
Press Open on-screen keyboard above the translator to open the on-screen Khmer – NiDA keyboard and click the letters, or type on your own keyboard – each key types the Khmer letter of the NiDA layout. Or press the microphone and speak Khmer – your words are written for you (Chrome and Edge).
Which languages can I translate Khmer into?
Khmer can be translated into 49 languages here. The most used ones:
- Khmer to English
- Khmer to Hindi
- Khmer to Spanish
- Khmer to Arabic
- Khmer to French
- Khmer to Chinese
- Khmer to Russian
- Khmer to Portuguese
Common Khmer phrases and what they mean
Try the translator with a few everyday phrases:
| Khmer | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| សួស្តី | suostei | Hello |
| អរគុណ | arkun | Thank you |
| សុខសប្បាយទេ? | sok sabay te? | How are you? |
| អ្នកឈ្មោះអ្វី? | neak chhmuoh avei? | What is your name? |
| អរុណសួស្តី | arun suostei | Good morning |
| ជួបគ្នាពេលក្រោយ | chuop knea pel kraoy | See you later |
How accurate is the Khmer 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.
Khmer Translator – Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Khmer 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 Khmer?
Open the English translator – it opens with Khmer 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 Khmer 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 Khmer keyboard itself works without one once the page has loaded.
Can I translate Khmer text from an image?
Yes. Use Khmer 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