đ Escaping the Language Barrier: A Kashmiri Studentâs Experience in Kerala
Moving to Kerala for higher studies or work is an incredible experience, until you step out onto the street and realize almost every shop board, bus route, and public notice is written in a script you cannot decipher.
In a recent video, a Kashmiri student Sheen currently studying in a Kerala college perfectly captured this daily struggle, and shared how he finally found a practical solution to overcome it.
The Daily Embarrassment
The video starts with a highly relatable scenario: standing in front of a shop board and finding it difficult to read.
Sheen also touches upon a pain point many Non-Resident Keralites (NRKs) face. Even if Malayalam is your mother tongue, growing up outside Kerala often leaves you without the ability to read or write it. The embarrassment of being asked, âArenât you a Malayali? You donât know how to read your own language?â is a universal feeling for many out-of-state residents.
The Lifesaver: Aashaan App
To fix this, he introduces his ultimate hack: the Aashaan app. Instead of joining a time-consuming language class, he uses his phone to master the basics in just a few hours.
Here is what he found most helpful:
- Step-by-Step Writing: The app allows you to trace complex Malayalam letters directly on the screen, building muscle memory.
- Audio & Pronunciation: Listening to the exact pronunciation of letters and words as you write them.
- Word & Sentence Building: Moving quickly from isolated letters to actually reading words and making sentences.
(Bonus: He also notes that Aashaan features comprehensive Hindi reading courses, making it a versatile tool for language learners!)
Whatâs Stopping You?
The best part of the video is the ending. He drops a simple truth bomb: âI am a Kashmiri, and I started learning Malayalam.â
If a student from Kashmir, with absolutely zero background in South Indian languages, can use Aashaan to start reading Malayalam signs and sentences confidently, there is no reason anyone else canât do the same.
Whether you are an out-of-state professional, a college student, or a Malayali wanting to finally connect with your mother tongueâs script-the barrier to entry has never been lower.
Check out Aashaan to start learning the Malayalam script the easiest way:
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