Free Hindi Devanagari Alphabet Quiz

Devanagari is the script used for writing Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Nepali, and several other languages in India and Nepal. It consists of 11 vowels (swar) and 33 consonants (vyanjan), forming a syllabic alphabet where each character represents a syllable. Unlike the Latin alphabet, Devanagari is an abugida system, meaning consonants inherently include a vowel sound that can be modified with diacritics called matras.

Devanagari evolved from the ancient Brahmi script around the 7th century AD, with roots tracing back to the 3rd century BCE. The name "Devanagari" means "city of the gods" in Sanskrit, reflecting its use in religious texts like the Vedas. Today, it's the official script for Hindi, spoken by over 500 million people worldwide.

The core set includes independent vowels like अ (a) and आ (aa), and consonants such as क (ka) and ख (kha). Characters are written from left to right, with a horizontal line (shirorekha) connecting them in words. Mastering these basics is essential for reading simple Hindi words and phrases.

For Hindi learners, starting with Devanagari unlocks authentic language immersion. Relying on Roman transliteration (romaji) limits pronunciation accuracy and cultural depth. Devanagari can be learned in a week or two with practice, providing a strong foundation for vocabulary, grammar, and reading Bollywood subtitles or street signs.

Devanagari ensures precise phonetics—each symbol has a fixed sound, reducing confusion common in English. It aids in understanding Hindi grammar, where matras indicate vowel changes. Plus, it opens doors to Indian literature, music, and media in their original form.

Beginners often mix up similar shapes, like द (da) and ध (dha). Use repetition and associations: visualize क as a "key" shape. Our free Devanagari quiz helps reinforce these with flashcards and audio for better retention.

Our interactive Devanagari quiz makes learning fun and effective. Click the card to flip it, revealing the romanization and hearing the pronunciation.

Self-assess with the green check for correct or red X for wrong, and watch your score improve.

• View the front side with a Devanagari character.
• Pronounce it mentally using romanization clues.
• Flip to confirm with audio and text.
• Mark your accuracy and move to the next.The quiz randomizes for fresh practice across all 44 basic characters.

• Audio Pronunciation: Clear, natural Hindi voices for authentic sounds.
• Self-Assessment: Track correct and wrong answers to gauge progress.
• Mobile-Friendly: Learn on the go with any device.

Dedicate 15-30 minutes daily to practice. Combine the quiz with handwriting: trace characters to build muscle memory. Group them by vargas (rows like ka-kha-ga-gha-nga) for systematic learning.

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Link shapes to images: अ resembles an "apple" core. For उ, think of a "u-shaped" hook. Pair with audio repetition to connect visuals and sounds.

Form simple words like अन (an, part) or कम (kam, less). Read Devanagari-only children's books or labels.

For more support, check out our Devanagari flashcards with all vowels, consonants, matras, romanization, and example words.

After basics, explore matras (vowel signs) that attach to consonants, like कि (ki) from क + ि. 

Conjuncts combine consonants, such as क्ष (ksha) for complex sounds. These expand Devanagari's versatility for full Hindi fluency.

• Matras: का (kaa) in नाम (naam, name).
• Conjuncts: त्र (tra) in भारत (Bharat, India).Our quiz covers fundamentals, but for advanced practice, try our Devanagari flashcards with all vowels, consonants, matras, romanization, and example words.

Blend Devanagari with basic words and sentences. Start with greetings like नमस्ते (namaste) to apply skills practically.

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Need more help mastering Devanagari? Check out our Devanagari flashcards with all vowels, consonants, matras, romanization, and example words. They're ideal for hands-on, portable learning.