Classical Tibetan Reading and Pronunciation Practice 201

COURSES

Classical Tibetan Language

Instructor: Dr. Tenzin Ghegay

This course focuses on developing accurate Tibetan reading and pronunciation through guided practice with traditional texts. Students will learn the fundamentals of pronunciation based on a central Tibetan dialect while improving fluency, rhythm, and confidence in reading aloud. Through weekly live sessions with a native Tibetan instructor, participants will refine their ability to recognize syllables, apply grammatical rules, and read with clarity. The course is designed for students with basic familiarity with the Tibetan alphabet who wish to strengthen their practical reading skills.

Details

TBD
Online via Zoom
Prerequisite: Familiarity with Tibetan alphabet and syllables

The Basics

Daily Structure & What to Expect

This course is designed for students who wish to improve their Tibetan reading and pronunciation skills through direct guidance from native Tibetan instructor Dr. Tenzin Ghegay. Over nine weekly live sessions, students will learn the fundamentals of pronunciation according to a central Tibetan dialect while developing confidence in reading classical Tibetan texts aloud.

The course emphasizes practical reading, correct pronunciation, and understanding how grammar and syllable structure influence pacing and clarity. Students will work with traditional prayers, scriptures, and literary texts to build fluency and comfort with different styles of reading.

Course Structure

Nine weekly live online sessions
Instruction in pronunciation based on central Tibetan dialect
Guided reading practice during each class
Study of traditional prayers and classical texts
Explanation of syllable structure and reading rules
Opportunity for questions and feedback during sessions

What You’ll Learn

Correct pronunciation of Tibetan letters and syllables
Techniques for reading Tibetan smoothly and clearly
How to recognize syllable patterns and grammar while reading
Different reading styles, rhythm, emphasis, and pacing
Confidence reading prayers, scriptures, and classical texts
How devotional reading can support study and understanding

Students should be familiar with the Tibetan alphabet and basic syllable structure. By the end of the course, students will feel more comfortable reading a wide range of Tibetan texts, even when full comprehension is still developing.