Meaning of the word malayalam in English

What does malayalam mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

malayalam

US /mæl.əˈjɑː.ləm/
UK /ˌmæl.iˈɑː.ləm /
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Noun

a Dravidian language spoken in the Indian state of Kerala and the union territories of Lakshadweep and Puducherry by the Malayali people

Example:
She is learning to speak Malayalam.
Many films are produced in Malayalam.

Adjective

relating to the Malayalam language or the Malayali people

Example:
The festival features traditional Malayalam music.
He is a renowned Malayalam poet.