Everything you need to write Urdu
Write salam in English letters and get سلام, with word suggestions.
Each letter sits on the English key that sounds like it, plus a tap-friendly on-screen keyboard.
Switch between the newspaper-style Nastaliq and the clear Naskh font in one click.
Turn your text into a sharp 1080px picture for WhatsApp status, Facebook or Instagram.
Press Speak and talk. Works in browsers with voice input, such as Chrome.
Everything runs on your device. Nothing you type is uploaded or stored on a server.
How it works
Write the word the way it sounds.
Tap a suggestion if the first one is not what you meant.
Send to WhatsApp, save an image or copy anywhere.
Urdu keyboard layout (phonetic)
Each letter sits on the English key that sounds like it. Hold Shift for the highlighted letters. Comma, full stop and question mark type ، ۔ ؟.
Tips for better Roman Urdu conversion
- Write long vowels clearly: aa for ا (kaam → کام), ee for ی (teen → تین), oo for و (hoon → ہوں).
- Use kh, gh, sh, ch for خ غ ش چ.
- For names and rare words, check the suggestions or fix single letters with the on-screen keys.
- Commas, full stops and question marks become ، ۔ ؟ automatically.
| You type (Roman) | Phonetic keys | You get |
|---|---|---|
| salam | slam | سلام |
| pakistan | pakstan | پاکستان |
| aap kaise hain | Ap kisy oiN | آپ کیسے ہیں |
| shukriya | xkrio | شکریہ |
How to add an Urdu keyboard to your device
Windows 10 & 11
Settings → Time & language → Language & region → Add a language → Urdu. Pick "Urdu (Phonetic)" to use the same layout as this page, then switch with Windows + Space.
Android
Open Gboard settings → Languages → Add keyboard → Urdu. Choose the Urdu script layout or the Roman (transliteration) option.
iPhone & iPad
Settings → General → Keyboard → Keyboards → Add New Keyboard → Urdu. Switch with the globe key.
No time to set it up? This page works instantly on any phone, tablet or computer.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert Roman Urdu to Urdu?
Type a word in English letters in the Roman Urdu box and press space. The word is converted to Urdu script and added to the editor. Tap a suggestion to swap it.
Is the Roman Urdu converter accurate?
Common words convert very accurately because suggestions come from Google's transliteration service. Names and rare words may need a quick fix with the on-screen keys.
Does it work offline?
Without internet the tool uses a built-in rule converter, which handles simple words. Online suggestions are more accurate.
Can I paste a whole paragraph?
Yes. Paste text into the Roman box and every word is converted when you press space.
Is English to Urdu typing the same as translation?
No. Typing converts the sound of your words into Urdu letters. Use the Translate button if you need the meaning in another language.