🇮🇳 Malayalam phrases

How to Say "Money" in Malayalam

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
പണം
"Money" in Malayalam · say it like puh-nuhm

The most natural way to say "Money" in Malayalam is പണം. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

കശ്ശി
used more in casual contexts
വില
can refer to value or price

When to use it

Use 'പണം' when talking about money in general. It can refer to cash, wealth, or financial resources. In casual conversations, you might hear 'കശ്ശി' more often among friends.

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Examples in Malayalam

MalayalamEnglish
എനിക്ക് പണം വേണം.I need money.
അവന് പണത്തിന്റെ കുറവ് അനുഭവപ്പെടുന്നു.He is experiencing a shortage of money.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'പണം' with 'വില', but they have different meanings.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between 'പണം' and 'കശ്ശി'?

'പണം' is a general term for money, while 'കശ്ശി' is more informal and used in casual contexts.

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