Learn Cornish

Cornwall has its own language. Now you can learn it. Cornish (Kernewek) has been spoken here for over a thousand years. Whether you've grown up in Cornwall, moved here, or just feel the pull of the place, Learn Cornish makes picking it up easier than you think. Start from zero. A few minutes a day. No pressure. Free to use. No ads. WHAT YOU'LL DO • Short, friendly lessons that build up at your own pace • Speaking practice — say the words aloud and get instant feedback • Native pronunciation on every word and phrase • Twelve mini-games — Word Scramble, Flashcard Sprint, Hangman, Crossword, Word Search, Spelling Bee and more • Daily challenges to keep your streak alive • Clear grammar reference for when you're ready • Built-in Cornish dictionary, searchable from anywhere in the app • Classes and head-to-head challenges to learn with friends, family, or a teacher WHY LEARN CORNISH? Cornish lives in the place names you pass every day, in songs at festivals, on signs from Penzance to Padstow. Learning even a little brings Cornwall to life in a new way — and helps keep a beautiful language thriving for the next generation. WHO IT'S FOR • Locals reconnecting with their heritage • Newcomers who want to feel more at home in Cornwall • Curious learners who love discovering new languages • Teachers and students working through Cornish in class • Anyone who's ever wondered what "Kernow bys vyken" means (it's "Cornwall forever") Your progress is saved to your account and syncs across all your devices, so you can learn on your phone, tablet, or computer. Ready to begin? Download Learn Cornish and say your first word in Kernewek today. Meur ras — thank you.