This manual is the first of its kind, with a design based on my time-tested SWIRRLL methodology (building the four key language skills—speaking, writing, reading, and listening—while also incorporating extensive interaction, role-playing, and living the language in daily life settings).
With ISO-based Sanskrit transliteration, this book provides an authentic representation of Hindi pronunciation, setting it apart from traditional English-based transliterations.
Right at the start, there is a detailed 12-page index which gives a visual walkthrough of the book. Following that, I have curated a 6-page section—the teacher's guide—to highlight the key sections and tools in the book.
Moving ahead, the first chapter familiarizes the learner with basic conversations, salutations, and introductions. The second chapter introduces the two scripts—Devanagari and Roman Hindi—supported with in-depth explanations of both writing systems
These build a strong foundation for the next two chapters where the learner is introduced to the basics of grammar through formulas, parts of speech, sentence formation, and commonly used verbs.
Finally, in the last two chapters, the nuances of the language are introduced, along with the addition of more everyday vocabulary in multiple settings, uses of important verbs, numbers, and getting a good grip on the present tense. And you are ready to face the world with a vibrant new language—Hindi!
