Learn Telugu with real humans
Telugu is the fourth most spoken language in India, with 82 million native speakers, primarily in the states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. It has the richest classical literary tradition of any Dravidian language after Tamil, and is often called 'the Italian of the East' for the softness of its vowels. Hyderabad, the capital of Telangana, is one of India's major tech hubs, home to Microsoft, Google and Amazon, and anchors a Telugu-American community of more than a million people in Silicon Valley.
Learn Telugu live with a native teacher
2 live classes per week in small groups. Ask questions, practice conversation, progress fast.
Your typical Telugu week
2 live video classes per week, Mondays and Thursdays at 8pm (Paris time). Small groups.
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Progress in Telugu between classes, at your own pace
Interactive lessons with native audio, vocabulary, dialogues and quizzes. Everything you need to reinforce your skills between live sessions.
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Access all interactive exercises and online courses.
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Dedicated WhatsApp group, exchanges between learners, resource sharing. You're never alone in your learning journey.
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Your Telugu curriculum
Exactly what you'll find inside the platform: 22 modules, 0+ structured lessons, quizzes and exercises.
Our method for learning Telugu
Quick level test
Assess your current knowledge in 5 minutes
Structured modules
Progressive learning path with native audio and exercises
Interactive live classes
2 sessions per week with your native teacher
Level certification
Validate your progress with an official certificate
What makes us different for Telugu
Including rare languages you won't find anywhere else.
Try everything with no commitment. Classes, exercises, community.
Video classes + interactive exercises + WhatsApp community. All included.
Learn whenever you want. Exercises and content are available 24/7.
What you'll learn in Telugu
A curriculum designed to get you speaking Telugu in the situations that actually matter to you.
Try for 30 days- 01Conversational Telugu for Hyderabad and Andhra Pradesh
- 02Telugu script: 56 characters, a Brahmi-derived abugida
- 03Business Telugu for Hyderabad Tech City and the Silicon Valley diaspora
- 04Tollywood cinema: understanding Baahubali and RRR
- 05Telugu culture: Kuchipudi (classical dance), Kalamkari and regional cuisine
- 06Telugu for families and the Telugu-American / European diaspora
Frequently asked questions about learning Telugu
All Telugu resources
Explore our free tools to progress outside of class.
Telugu level test
Assess your CEFR level in 5 minutes. 30-day learning plan included.
Discover →Telugu survival kit
A hundred words and thirty key phrases as a printable PDF, free.
Discover →Telugu cultural quiz
How well do you know Telugu culture? Films, music, traditions.
Discover →Telugu articles
Guides and articles to learn Telugu.
Discover →Telugu vocabulary
Essential words and phrases organized by theme.
Discover →Cultural resources
Podcasts, movies, TV shows and music to progress through immersion.
Discover →They are learning Telugu with Targumi
Verified learner testimonials.
“Been on Targumi for 3 months. The small group format is exactly what I needed. My teacher takes time to correct accent, it's precious. Made more progress in 3 months than in 2 years of regular apps.”
“What sold me is you actually speak from class one. No 10 hours of theory before opening your mouth. And the platform between classes is well-built, I revise on the morning commute.”
“Honestly I had doubts at first because I'd tried plenty of methods without sticking. This is different, the teacher knows their stuff, adapts to your level, and we have fun on top of it. 6 months in and still motivated.”
“Really good experience overall, the rhythm between live classes and independent practice is well-balanced. Small note: the mobile app lags sometimes, but the teaching content is well worth the price.”
“The thing that makes a real difference compared to other platforms: teachers are native and trained. You feel it, especially on accent and everyday expressions you don't learn in textbooks.”
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- Live classes 2x/week with a native teacher
- Full learning platform (videos, quizzes, audio exercises)
- Small group classes: you actually practice
- Private WhatsApp community
- 24/7 access from mobile and desktop
- Level certificate
- Shareable account
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- Live classes 2x/week with a native teacher
- Full learning platform (videos, quizzes, audio exercises)
- Small group classes: you actually practice
- Private WhatsApp community
- 24/7 access from mobile and desktop
- Level certificate
- Shareable account
Cancel anytime · Same access on all plans
- Live classes 2x/week with a native teacher
- Full learning platform (videos, quizzes, audio exercises)
- Small group classes: you actually practice
- Private WhatsApp community
- 24/7 access from mobile and desktop
- Level certificate
- Shareable account
Cancel anytime · Same access on all plans
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