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Nestled in the majestic Chitral Valley of northern Pakistan, the Kalasha people speak a rare and endangered language—Kalasha, a Dardic tongue rich in history, sound, and identity. As part of efforts to preserve this unique culture, we’re proud to present a beginner-friendly guide to the Kalasha alphabet, featuring letters, names, words, and meanings in English.
There are 24 core letters, each paired with an example word from daily Kalasha life. These letters are written in Latin script for accessibility and are designed to help children and language learners sing, read, and connect with Kalasha heritage.
Kalasha Letters, Names, Words & English Meanings
Kalasha Letters, Names, Words & English Meanings
A a – au – Bread / Food
B b – bat – Stone
C c – cew – Woven Dress
D d – dur – House
E e – ec – Eye
G g – gaw – Cow Hide
H h – haw – Plough
I i – its – Bear
J j – juk – Louse
K k – kirmec – Shoe
L l – logar – Cattle
M m – mek – Nail
N n – nok – Aqueduct
O o – osiona – Last Bit of Grain
P p – pos – Animal Skin
R r – rajuk – Rope
S s – sawew – Flat Basket
T t – tari – Star
U u – uk – Water
W w – wasila – Weapons
Y y – yowbani – Rifle
Z z – zak – Lard
The Kalasha language, spoken by fewer than 5,000 people, is more than just a means of communication—it's a vessel of identity, folklore, and spirituality. Every letter and word carries generations of meaning. Teaching the Kalasha alphabet through songs, stories, and resources helps children and learners worldwide appreciate and protect this cultural treasure.
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