ಕನ್ನಡ · Kannada
Kannada caption generator
By the Samsaam team · Updated
Samsaam transcribes Kannada speech into word-timed captions you can animate, edit and export — in Kannada’s own script or in Roman Kannada. Kannada script is closely related to Telugu; both can be captioned natively or in Roman letters.
Kannada captions at a glance
| Kannada | |
|---|---|
| Spoken in | Karnataka (India) |
| Script | Kannada |
| Reading direction | Left to right |
| Caption output | Native script or Roman Kannada (Latin letters) |
| Sample (native) | ನೀವು ಹೇಗಿದ್ದೀರಿ? |
| Sample (Roman Kannada) | Neevu hegiddeeri? |
Who captions in Kannada
- Bengaluru and Karnataka creators — tech, startup, food and comedy content.
- Kannada film and music pages sharing clips with dialogue on screen.
- Local brands reaching customers in Kannada.
Tips for better Kannada captions
- Kannada looks similar to Telugu but is a separate option — choose Kannada as the spoken language.
- Roman Kannada suits city audiences who mix Kannada and English.
- Kannada captions use a dedicated Kannada typeface.
Captioning steps are the same for every language — see how to add captions to a video, and native script vs Roman letters for choosing a script.
Frequently asked questions
Can I caption Kannada in Roman letters?
Yes. Choose Roman as the caption script after choosing Kannada.
Can I mix Kannada and English in one video?
Yes. English words spoken inside Kannada are kept; review them in the editor.
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