Technique explanation

The last group of Achulu — the “e” and “o” family. Again, short and long pairs, plus two “gliding” sounds (ai and au).

  • = e — like “e” in egg.
  • = ee/ae — long “ay” like in day.
  • = ai — like “i” in ice.
  • = o — like “o” in pot.
  • = oo/oh — long “o” like in go.
  • = au — like “ow” in cow.
Worked examples

Words to remember them by:

  • ఎలుక (eluka) = mouse 🐭
  • ఏనుగు (eenugu) = elephant 🐘
  • ఒంటె (onte) = camel 🐪
  • ఓడ (oda) = boat/ship 🚢