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My ಳ and ಲ still sound identical — any tongue-position tips?
Recorded myself and can't hear the difference. Where does the tongue actually sit?
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When do I use -ಅನ್ನು vs -ಅನ್ನೂ after an object?
Still mixing these up in longer sentences — would love a native speaker's ear on this.
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Is there a softer way to say “no” than ಇಲ್ಲ in Bengaluru shops?
Trying not to sound abrupt — looking for the phrase locals actually reach for.
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Is ಮನೆ used for house even if you rent, or only if you own it?
Trying to figure out if there's a separate word Kannada speakers use for a rented place.
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Best way to memorize the 36 consonants — flashcards or writing practice?
Been staring at the alphabet chart for a week. What actually worked for people here?
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Difference between ಸಂತೋಷ and ಆನಂದ — both mean happiness?
Dictionary lists them as synonyms but a friend said one's more “intense.” Is that right?
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Anyone else find Halegannada texts nearly unreadable at first?
Started the Topics article on the three ages of Kannada and the old-Kannada excerpts are rough going.
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Looking for a study partner — Bengaluru, weekends
Beginner, roughly A2 level, want someone to practice conversation with over coffee.
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How formal is ನೀವು vs ನೀನು really, in practice?
Textbook says ನೀವು is formal/plural, but I hear ನೀನು used with strangers a lot too.