Online Tamil Typing (Thanglish to தமிழ் Converter)
How to Type in Tamil Using English Keyboard (தமிழ் தட்டச்சு)
Typing in Tamil used to require specialized typewriter keyboards like Tamil99 or Inscript. With our Phonetic English to Tamil Typing Tool, you can type Tamil words naturally using English (Latin) alphabets exactly as you pronounce them. When you hit Space or Enter, our tool automatically transliterates your input into universal Tamil Unicode script.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Click inside the text editor above and start typing Tamil phonetically in English (e.g., type
vanakkam). - Press the Spacebar or Enter key. The English word instantly transforms into
வணக்கம். - Once finished, click Copy Text to paste your text anywhere on WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, Google Docs, or Word documents.
English to Tamil Transliteration Chart
| English (Input) | Tamil (Script) | English (Input) | Tamil (Script) |
|---|---|---|---|
| amma / ammaa | அம்மா | thambi | தம்பி |
| appa | அப்பா | kaadhal | காதல் |
| vanakkam | வணக்கம் | nanba | நண்பா |
| thamizh / tamil | தமிழ் | nandri | நன்றி |
| eppadi irukkeenga | எப்படி இருக்கீங்க | naan | நான் |
Tamil Vowels (உயிர் எழுத்துக்கள்) Mapping
Tamil consists of 12 primary soul letters (Vowels):
- a → அ | aa / A → ஆ
- i → இ | ii / ee / I → ஈ
- u → உ | uu / oo / U → ஊ
- e → எ | ee / E → ஏ
- ai → ஐ
- o → ஒ | oo / O → ஓ
- au / ou → ஔ
Why Use Unicode Tamil?
Unlike legacy fonts (like Bamini or Vanavil) which require the font to be installed on the reader’s device, Unicode Tamil is universally supported across modern smartphones, tablets, macOS, Windows, search engines, and social media platforms.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is this tool completely free to use?
Yes, our online Tamil typing software is 100% free with no daily text limits or sign-up requirements.
Can I use this text on MS Word and Photoshop?
Yes. Simply copy the generated text and paste it into modern applications with standard Tamil fonts like Nirmala UI, Latha, or Noto Sans Tamil.