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How old is Telugu language?
Some believe that Telugu evolved from proto-Dravidian, which is the mother of 21 languages that took birth south of the Vindhyas. Those who argue that Telugu is older than Tamil, peg the date of origin of Telugu to at least 1000 years BCE (3000 years old).
How many countries have Telugu as official language?
Telugu language
| Telugu | |
|---|---|
| Official language in | India Andhra Pradesh Telangana Puducherry (Yanam) West Bengal (additional) |
| Recognised minority language in | South Africa (protected language) |
| Language codes | |
| ISO 639-1 | te |
Who are Telugu Kings?
Ancient Dynasties
- Satavahana dynasty, is also refer as Andhras (2nd BCE to 3rd CE)
- Andhra Ikshvaku (3rd CE to 4th CE)
- Bruhatpalayana (A.D. 270–285)
- Salankayanas (300 CE – 440 CE)
- Vishnukundina Dynasty (420 – 624 CE)
- Eastern Chalukyas (624 – 1189)
Who wrote Telugu Mahabharata?
Nannaya — the Adi Kavi (the first poet) Nannayabhatta (1022–1063 CE – also referred to as Nannaya), started to translate the Sanskrit Mahabharata into Telugu on the request of the East Chalukya king Rajaraja Narendra. This marks the beginning of Telugu literature, which has yet been uncovered.
Who is the famous poet in Telugu?
Vemana. Kumaragiri Vema Reddy (Telugu: వేమన), popularly known as Yogi Vemana, was a 14th-century Telugu poet. His poems were written in the popular vernacular of Telugu, and are known for their use of simple language and native idioms.
What is the rank of Telugu in the world?
Ethnologue (2019, 22nd edition)
| Rank | Language | Percentage of world pop. (March 2019) |
|---|---|---|
| 11 | Telugu | 1.065\% |
| 12 | Wu Chinese | 1.057\% |
| 13 | Turkish | 1.031\% |
| 14 | Korean | 1.004\% |
How can i Improve my Telugu speaking skills?
Find a conversation partner locally or online. One of the best ways to improve your language proficiency and expand your grammar is to talk to native speakers. If you can’t find someone locally to speak Telugu with, use an online site such as WeSpeke or Busuu to find a conversation partner.
What is the best way to write Telugu?
Practice writing the individual Telugu vowels and consonants. The Telugu alphabet (వర్ణమాల (varnamaala)) is syllabic in nature, and all consonants have an inherent vowel. Vowels are written independently only when they begin a syllable.
How can I learn Telugu language online?
There are numerous Telugu language-learning programs available online. Explore several options and choose one that suits your goals for learning the language. Hiring a Telugu tutor may be a pricier option, and it may be hard to find a Telugu tutor where you live. However, some people learn more quickly through one-on-one interaction.
What does Telugu mean in English?
Telugu (/ ˈtɛlʊɡuː /; తెలుగు, Telugu pronunciation: [ˈteluɡu]) is a Dravidian language spoken by Telugu people predominantly living in the Indian states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, where it is also the official language.