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Khmer (pronounced “K’mai” in Cambodia) is the language of the Khmer people and the official language of Cambodia. One of the more prominent Austro-Asiatic languages, the language has been considerably influenced by Sanskrit and Pali, especially in the royal and religious registers, through the vehicles of Buddhism and Hinduism.

 

To learn some Khmer words & phrases click here