Meet All 34 Gujarati Letters—And What Makes Them Special
The Gujarati script is full of bold, looped letters that look like they’re dancing on the page. There are 34 consonants in total, each with its own sound, shape, and place in the language.
Gujarati Letters to Know
Some letters look simple; others are full of curls. Here are just a few fun ones:
- ક (ka)
- ગ (ga)
- ટ (ṭa)
- થ (tha)
- ભ (bha)
Each letter combines with vowels (matras) to form full words. Once children recognize the consonants, they’re ready to build real sentences!
Grouping the Letters
The Gujarati consonants are organized into groups based on how they sound. For example:
- Gutturals: ક, ખ, ગ, ઘ, ઙ
- Palatals: ચ, છ, જ, ઝ, ઞ
- Retroflex: ટ, ઠ, ડ, ઢ, ણ
- Dentals: ત, થ, દ, ધ, ન
- Labials: પ, ફ, બ, ભ, મ
Recognizing these groups helps kids pronounce words better and understand patterns.
Hands-On Alphabet Activities
Letter Match-Up Game
Make flashcards with Gujarati letters and sound images (like “ક” for “kamal,” meaning lotus). Let kids match letters to sounds or pictures.
Sculpt-a-Letter
Give kids playdough to shape the letters themselves! This builds muscle memory and is fun for all ages.
In the Dinolingo platform for kids aged 2–14, each Gujarati letter is introduced through fun tracing activities, animated songs, and engaging games. The app helps young learners recognize, pronounce, and build words—one letter at a time.
With web, iOS, and Android access, and offline printables for practice, Dinolingo turns the Gujarati alphabet into a creative adventure.
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