KhmerBasics
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KhmerBasics is a simple Khmer learning site and app that helps new learners speak up — fast. Practical flashcards, themed phrase packs, and audio-first lessons recorded by real Khmer speakers.
Real phrases for real moments — every lesson includes the line, the romanization, the meaning, and the common reply you'll actually hear back.
Audio previews use placeholder TTS — final clips will be recorded by our native Khmer speakers. Use the voice picker below to switch which placeholder plays.
Most apps teach you to recognize words. KhmerBasics is designed for the moment you actually open your mouth.
Every phrase recorded by native Khmer speakers — choose a male or female voice for clear, natural pronunciation.
Bite-sized practice that sticks. Drill vocab and full phrases you'll actually use day to day.
Hear what locals actually say back — and practice replying in Khmer instead of freezing up.
From the market to the moto — lessons grouped by the moments you'll meet living in or visiting Cambodia.
See every phrase in Khmer script and friendly romanization, so you can read along even on day one.
Start in your browser today, learn on the go tomorrow — iOS and Android apps in the works.
A simple loop that gets you talking from your very first lesson.
Hear a native speaker say the phrase — at natural speed and slowed down — so the sounds click before you copy them.
Repeat aloud with flashcards reinforcing pronunciation and meaning. Short sessions, real progress.
Practice the common Khmer response. Get used to the back-and- forth, not just the opening line.
Every phrase recorded by four native Khmer speakers — two male, two female — across Phnom Penh and rural accents. Pick the voice that feels most natural to you.
Warm, conversational pace — your default city voice.
Slower, deeper delivery — closer to provincial speech.
Clear, friendly delivery — your default city voice.
Softer, lighter cadence — closer to rural speech.
Currently previewing placeholder TTS — final voices will be the real recorded speakers above.
Skip the academic word lists. Learn what you actually need to say, when you need to say it.
Hellos, goodbyes, and polite small talk.
Count, tell time, prices, dates & more.
Order with confidence — and rave when it's good.
Ask the price, bargain politely, buy with ease.
Find your way and follow the reply you get.
Talk about family, friends, and everyone in between.
The lines you hope to never need — but should know.
Wi-Fi, water, rent, repairs — life in Cambodia, sorted.
Make someone's day with the right kind word.
Everyday Khmer the textbooks won't teach you.
Meetings, intros, and professional politeness.
Flirting, planning a date, and reading the vibe.
Talking about heat, rain, seasons, and daily weather.
Sports, music, movies, reading, asking what people do for fun.
Khmer New Year, weddings, holidays, invitations.
Common animals, wildlife, national parks (useful in Cambodia).
Colors, sizes, shapes, materials.
An honest look at where we are and what's next.
Voice talent booked, first phrase library scoped, brand and site identity locked in.
Building the flashcard flow, lesson player, and audio engine right now. This site is your first preview.
Waitlist members invited first to try the web app and shape what we build next.
Open the web app to everyone, then bring KhmerBasics to iOS and Android.
Start on the web the day we open beta — mobile apps follow soon after.
We're aiming for an open beta in the coming months. Waitlist members get early invites and help shape what we build first.
Yes — you'll be able to start learning with KhmerBasics for free. A paid tier with extra content and features is planned for later, but the core experience stays accessible.
Not at all. Every phrase ships with friendly romanization alongside the Khmer script, so you can speak from day one and pick up the script over time if you'd like.
All audio is recorded by native Khmer speakers — one male and one female voice — using a clean studio setup. You'll choose your preferred voice in the app.
KhmerBasics is audio-first, situation-based, and built around the back-and-forth of real conversation. You don't just learn what to say — you learn what people say back, and how to reply.
Yes. We're launching on the web first so we can iterate quickly. iOS and Android apps are on the roadmap right after public launch.
Drop your email and we'll let you know the moment beta access opens. No spam — just one launch email. Join 51 learners already on the list.