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Punjabi is the official language of Punjab in India and is spoken by most people in Punjab province in Pakistan. There are also large Punjabi communities in Canada, the UK, the US and Australia.

In India, Punjabi is written in Gurmukhi, a script standardised by Guru Angad, the second Sikh Guru. In Pakistan it is written in Shahmukhi, a Perso-Arabic script read from right to left.

Yes. Unusually for an Indian language, Punjabi uses tone: the pitch of a syllable can change the meaning of a word. Most learners pick up the tones by listening and repeating.

Yes. You can start with the core learning experience for free. AI chat and speaking have free-use limits, and Indilingo Pro gives you more. Check the app for your current plan's features and limits.

Yes. Choose Punjabi as the language you want to learn and a supported language for your explanations. Your starting language can help you understand new words and ideas.

Open the Speak tab in the app and choose an everyday situation or General Practice. Talk with your AI tutor, ask questions, and try using the Punjabi words you have learned.

That depends on the languages you already know and what you want to do with Punjabi. Get familiar with its Gurmukhi writing system, start with useful words, and give yourself time to practise.

There is no single timeline. Your starting point, goals, regular practice and opportunities to use Punjabi all matter. Set a practical goal, such as introducing yourself or making plans, and build from there.

Our language guide lists 150+ Million speakers, with speaking communities across Punjab, India. Speaker estimates vary by source and by whether they include second-language speakers.

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