Ordering a dosa
Listen to each side. Practise your reply.
You Ondu Dosa Beku One dosa please
You Eshtu rupaay? How much?
Staff Muvattu ruppay 30 rupees
You Sari, Extra coconut chutney haaki Okay give extra coconut chutney
Staff Payment aytha? Is payment done?
You Aagidhey, Nodi. Done, See.
About this conversation
Need to say “One dosa please” in Kannada? Here is the whole conversation with the staff — what you say and what you'll hear back — with clear audio for every line and easy Roman spelling, so you can handle it in person.
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “One dosa please” in Kannada?
“Ondu Dosa Beku”. Tap the play button to hear it said clearly, then repeat it a few times out loud.
Will people in Bangalore understand these phrases?
Yes. These are everyday spoken phrases used across Bengaluru, written the way people actually say them. Even a little Kannada is appreciated and usually gets a warmer, more helpful response.
Do I need to read the Kannada script?
No. Every phrase is written in simple Roman letters so you can read it and say it right away — and each one has audio, slow and at normal speed.
