Shahmukhi

Shahmukhi

Shahmukhi is a special way to write the Punjabi language. People mainly use it in Punjab, Pakistan. The name Shahmukhi means “from the Shah’s or King’s mouth.” It uses a beautiful writing style called Nastaʿlīq.

Punjabi can be written in two main ways: Shahmukhi and Gurmukhī. Gurmukhī is mostly used in Punjab, India. Shahmukhi has 36 main letters, with a few extra letters too. This writing helps people in Pakistan read and write their language in a special and historic way.

People have used Shahmukhi since the 1600s. It looks like the Urdu alphabet. This writing style helps Punjabi people share their words and stories in a unique way. In 2024, Shahmukhi Punjabi was added to Google Translate, making it easier for everyone to learn and use.