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How to Say "Stop" in Malayalam

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
നിർത്തുക
"Stop" in Malayalam · say it like neer-thoo-kah

The most natural way to say "Stop" in Malayalam is നിർത്തുക. 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

അവസാനിപ്പിക്കുക
more formal, used in written contexts
നിർത്തി
casual, often used in conversations

When to use it

Use 'നിർത്തുക' when you want someone to stop doing something. It can be used in various contexts, such as stopping a vehicle or halting an action. It's a direct command and is commonly understood.

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Examples in Malayalam

MalayalamEnglish
കാറ് നിർത്തുക.Stop the car.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'നിർത്തുക' with 'വെക്കുക', which means to place or keep something.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear നിർത്തുക, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Malayalam with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between 'നിർത്തുക' and 'അവസാനിപ്പിക്കുക'?

'നിർത്തുക' is more casual, while 'അവസാനിപ്പിക്കുക' is formal and used in specific contexts.

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