Language/Kannada/Vocabulary/Travel-Phrases
As a language teacher with over 20 years of experience teaching Kannada, I have seen many students struggle with the language, especially when it comes to traveling and transportation. That's why in this lesson, we are going to focus on useful travel phrases that will help you get around Karnataka with ease.
Useful Travel Phrases
Traveling in a foreign country can be challenging, but it doesn't have to be. With these simple travel phrases, you will be able to get directions, book accommodations, and understand signs in Kannada.
Asking for Directions
If you are lost and need directions, these phrases will help you find your way:
| Kannada | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| ದಾರಿ ಹೇಳಿ | Dhaari heli | Can you tell me the way? |
| ಈ ಜಾಗದ ಹೆಸರು ಏನು? | Ee jaagada hesaru enu? | What is the name of this place? |
| ನನಗೆ ಈ ಜಾಗಕ್ಕೆ ಹೆಚ್ಚುವರಿ ವಿವರವಿದೆಯೆ? | Nanage ee jaagakke hecchavari vivaravideye? | Can you give me more details about this place? |
| ಹೋಗಬೇಕಾದ ದಾರಿ ಏನು? | Hoga bekaada dhaari enu? | What is the way to go? |
| ಎಡದ ಮೇಲೆ ಹೋಗಿ | Edhad mele hogi | Go straight |
| ಎಲ್ಲೆಡೆ ಬಾಗಿಲು/ದ್ವಾರ ಇದೆಯೇ? | Ellede bagilu/dvaara ideye? | Is there a gate/door around here? |
Booking Accommodations
If you need to book accommodations, these travel phrases will come in handy:
| Kannada | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| ಕೊಠಡಿ ಬುಕ್ ಮಾಡುವುದು ಹೇಗೆ? | Kothadi buk maaduvudu hege? | How can I book a room? |
| ಈ ಹೋಟೆಲ್ ಹೇಗಿದೆ? | Ee hotel hegidhe? | How is this hotel? |
| ಈಗ ಹೋಟೆಲ್ ಹೇಗಿದೆ? | Eega hotel hegidhe? | How is the hotel now? |
| ಕೊಠಡಿಯ ಬೆಲೆಯೇನು? | Kothadhiya bele yenu? | What is the cost of the room? |
Understanding Signs
If you are driving or need to read signs, these phrases will help:
| Kannada | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| ಹತ್ತಿರದ ಬಾಗಿಲು/ದ್ವಾರ | Hattirada bagilu/dvaara | Nearby gate/door |
| ಹತ್ತಿರದ ಸ್ಥಳ | Hattirada Sthala | Nearby place |
| ಪ್ರವೇಶ ನಿಷೇಧ | Praveshanisheydha | No entry |
| ಪ್ರಮಾಣಪತ್ರ ತೋರಿಸಿ | Pramanapathra thorisu | Show your documents |
Now that you have learned some of the most useful travel phrases in Kannada, you should feel confident enough to navigate Karnataka with ease. Practice these phrases as often as you can to improve your Kannada speaking skills.