How to type in Tamil using an English keyboard
Write the word the way it sounds, in English letters, and press Space. The top suggestion is inserted; click any other suggestion to change it. Ctrl + G switches between Tamil and English, so you can mix English words like names or brands in the same sentence.
Tamil has its own script with 12 vowels, 18 consonants and the special letter ஃ. Many sounds that need separate letters in Hindi share one letter in Tamil, so the tool may offer several spellings for one English word.
English to Tamil typing examples
| Type this | Get this |
|---|---|
| vanakkam | வணக்கம் |
| tamil | தமிழ் |
| nandri | நன்றி |
| eppadi irukkinga | எப்படி இருக்கீங்க |
| amma | அம்மா |
| thanni | தண்ணி |
| pallikoodam | பள்ளிக்கூடம் |
| chennai | சென்னை |
About Tamil
Tamil (தமிழ்) is written in the Tamil script. About 6.9 crore people in India speak it as their mother tongue (Census 2011), mainly in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. Tamil Nadu government typing certification (the technical examinations in typewriting) is well known; for everyday writing, phonetic typing here is the quickest way.
Tamil to English, and translation
This page changes the script, not the language: it helps you write Tamil. To change the meaning from one language to another, use English to Tamil translation or Tamil to English translation.
The text is Unicode, so it works in WhatsApp, Facebook, email, MS Word, Google Docs and government forms. Fonts like Nirmala UI on Windows and Noto Sans on phones display it correctly.
Frequently asked questions
How do I type in Tamil on my computer?
Use this page: type in English letters and press space to convert. To type Tamil directly in other apps, add the Tamil keyboard in your Windows, Mac or phone language settings.
Is Tamil typing free here?
Yes, free, unlimited and with no sign-up. Your draft is saved in your browser.
Can I copy Tamil text to WhatsApp?
Yes. Click Copy text and paste it, or use the WhatsApp button to share directly.
Does it work on mobile?
Yes. Type in the box with your phone keyboard and tap the suggestions.