Dhivehi Alphabet Chart | ދިވެހި އަކުރު
The Dhivehi alphabet uses the Thaana script with 24 letters, written from right to left.
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Understanding Dhivehi Letters
Dhivehi (Maldivian) is written with the Thaana script, a distinctive right-to-left writing system used in the Maldives. Its letterforms look very different from Latin or Arabic, which is why a clear chart is helpful for beginners.
Thaana includes consonant letters and a set of vowel marks that modify pronunciation. This makes learning feel structured once you know what to look for: base letter first, then the vowel sign.
The chart above gives you a clean place to study each symbol without the complexity of full words. Start with recognition, then move to simple syllables.
Reading Dhivehi Right to Left
Direction is the first skill. Train your eyes to start on the right and move left. Keep your finger under the line as you practice; this simple habit reduces early mistakes immediately.
Look for the base letter shape, then identify the vowel mark attached to it. Vowel marks are small but essential, so take your time and avoid guessing.
Practice by reading short clusters from the chart rather than jumping into long words. Dhivehi becomes comfortable when your eye stops hesitating on individual letters.
How to Write Dhivehi Letters Properly
Thaana does not use uppercase and lowercase like English. Your writing goal is consistent proportions, clear curves, and tidy placement of vowel marks.
Write right to left in your practice so your hand learns the natural flow. Start with single letters, then write short letter groups to build rhythm.
Add vowel marks after the base letter. This two-step approach keeps your writing clearer and makes it easier to check your work against the chart.
Use the worksheet for repetition: write a small set neatly today, then rewrite it tomorrow from memory. Recall practice makes the script stick.
Learning Tips for Thaana Script
Learn in small sets and review daily. Right-to-left scripts feel difficult only until direction and basic recognition become automatic.
Use contrast practice for similar-looking letters. Pair them side by side, write them alternating, and read them back until the difference feels obvious.
Once the chart feels familiar, move to short syllables and common letter groups. Building fluency step by step is faster than trying to memorize everything at once.
Practice Dhivehi With Downloads
Use the PDF as a printable reference, the image for quick lookups, and the worksheet for writing drills. Offline practice helps you focus on direction and letter shape without distractions.
Pick a small set of letters today, practice them well, and expand gradually. With steady practice, Thaana becomes much easier to read and write.