Ordering biryani
Listen to each side. Practise your reply.
You Ondu Biriyani matte sprite Beku I want one biriyani and Sprite
Staff Illa biryani mugithu No biriyani is finished
You Matte yen ide? Then what else do you have?
Staff Kushka ide Kushka is there
You Sari kushka kodi Okay give kushka
Your challenge Order a full meal Order biryani (or your favourite) at a restaurant. Take the challenge About this conversation
Need to say “I want one biriyani and Sprite” 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 “I want one biriyani and Sprite” in Kannada?
“Ondu Biriyani matte sprite 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.
