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Khmer Language and Culture Resources
Dictionaries, Encyclopedias & Digital Libraries
- English-Khmer dictionary
- Lexilogos
- Tovnah
- Digital Library for International Research: Khmer language resources
Grammar
- Khmer language
Overview of Khmer Language - Khmer grammar
Overview of Khmer Grammar - Seasite Khmer Grammar Lesson
Description of Khmer language developed by NIU's Center for Southeast Asian Studies
Vocabulary
- Khmer phrasebook
Travel phrasebook with basic Khmer words and phrases. - Quizlet
Sets of Khmer vocabulary flashcards
Reading & Writing
- Khmer alphabet
Introduction to Khmer script - Omniglot
Explanation of Khmer writing system - Khmer Writing System
Video explanation of Khmer writing system - Intermediate Cambodian Reader
E-book with intermediate-level readings and glossaries - Cambodian System of Writing and Beginning Reader with Drills and Glossary
PDF file of Cambodian textbook from 1970. Now in public domain. - Khmer script
Information compiled by UN Working Group
Listening & Speaking
- Spoken Khmer
Links written phrases in English with their equivalents in spoken Khmer - Study Khmer
Video clips of Khmer alphabet - Cambodian School
Video recordings of an instructor guiding viewers through an online textbook - Youtube
Cartoon in Khmer - Youtube
Song with subtitled lyrics in Khmer and transliteration underneath
Online Course Materials
- Southeastern Asian Studies at NIU
- Series of Khmer lessons on YouTube
- Introductory Khmer lessons
- FSI Cambodian Language Learning Materials
News & Media
- Khmer Links
Extensive list of Cambodia media outlets and cultural organizations from the University of Hawai’i - Radio Free Asia
Regional news in Khmer - Phnompenhpost
Weekly English language newspaper - Khmerlive.tv
Links to streaming television stations
Social Media
- Facebook Group: Learn Khmer
Online community of Khmer language learners. - Khmer Chat Forum
Searchable Chat forum about Khmer Language
Arts, Films & Music
- Cambodian Living Arts
Nonprofit organization promoting Cambodian art and supporting Cambodian artists - Cambodian Cultural Profile
Information about Cambodian history, culture and community with emphasis on health-related issues. - National Museum of Cambodia
Khmer Art History with glossary and photos