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A first step into reading

Two scripts.
New connections.

Begin with an orientation, then work through the available lessons in order. Read checked examples, try the exercises and keep completion marks on this device.

Meet Gurmukhi

Meet the script through a history and direction check, then continue with the available letter and reading lessons.

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Explore Gurmukhi lessons

Meet Shahmukhi

Explore this writing system for Punjabi, beginning with its history, direction and available checked examples.

20 of 20 lessons available · no account required

Explore Shahmukhi lessons

What is available now

This edition offers two English orientations and 40 source-checked beginner lessons. The two pathways list their current lesson counts above. These are AI-assisted source checks; independent human language review has not been performed. Completion marks record your own reading, not proficiency.

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