Free Online Amharic Keyboard – Type Amharic Anywhere in the World

Welcome to the most comprehensive Amharic keyboard online (የአማርኛ ኪቦርድ)! Our free virtual keyboard gives you instant access to the complete Ge'ez/Ethiopic fidel script, allowing you to type perfect Amharic from any computer, tablet, or smartphone. Whether you're in Addis Ababa, Washington DC, or anywhere abroad, AnyKeyboard brings Amharic typing to your fingertips.

Why do 30+ million people need an online Amharic keyboard? Amharic is spoken by over 30 million people and is the official language of Ethiopia, Africa's second most populous country. The Ethiopian diaspora is one of the largest African diasporas, with significant communities in the USA (especially DC, LA), Israel, Germany, UK, and Middle East. Most computers don't have Amharic keyboards installed.

The Ge'ez script (ፊደል - fidel) is one of the world's oldest alphabets still in use, dating back over 2,000 years! It's a unique syllabary where each character represents a consonant-vowel combination. Amharic has 33 base consonants, each with 7 vowel forms, creating over 230 characters. Our keyboard makes typing all fidel characters intuitive and easy.

Perfect for every Amharic typing need: Write emails to Ethiopian friends and family, compose business documents, study Amharic language, read Ethiopian news, connect with Ethiopian communities, or explore Ethiopian culture. Ethiopia has ancient history, beautiful landscapes, unique cuisine, and is the birthplace of coffee!

Your privacy is guaranteed – all typing happens 100% locally in your browser. Nothing is ever sent to any server. Your Amharic text stays on your device only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an online Amharic keyboard and who needs one?

An online Amharic keyboard (የአማርኛ ኪቦርድ) is a virtual keyboard that displays Amharic fidel characters on your screen, allowing you to type in Amharic without installing any software. It's essential for the 30+ million Amharic speakers, especially the large Ethiopian diaspora in USA, Israel, Europe, and Middle East.

What is the Ge'ez/Ethiopic fidel script?

Ge'ez (ግዕዝ) or Ethiopic is an ancient syllabary used for Amharic, Tigrinya, and other Ethiopian languages. Each character (fidel/ፊደል) represents a consonant-vowel combination. There are 33 base consonants, each with 7 vowel forms. It's written left-to-right and is over 2,000 years old!

How do I type Amharic syllables?

Our keyboard uses a phonetic approach. Type the consonant key, then select the vowel form using the syllable order strip. For example, to type 'ሀ' (ha), type 'h' and select the 'a' vowel. The keyboard shows all 7 forms for each consonant, making it easy to learn the fidel.

Is this Amharic keyboard really free to use?

Absolutely free! AnyKeyboard's Amharic keyboard has no hidden costs, no registration required, no ads, and no usage limits. Type as much Amharic as you want with all 230+ fidel characters.

Does the Amharic keyboard work on iPhones, iPads, and Android devices?

Yes! Our Amharic keyboard is fully responsive and works perfectly on all mobile devices – iPhones, iPads, Android phones, and tablets. Type Amharic comfortably on any device, anywhere.

How do I copy, save, or search my Amharic text?

After typing, click 'Copy' to copy your Amharic text to the clipboard – paste it anywhere. Click 'Save' to download your text as a UTF-8 .txt file. You can also click 'Google' or 'YouTube' to search your Amharic text directly.

Is my Amharic typing private and secure?

100% private. All typing happens locally in your browser – your Amharic text is never sent to any server and never stored online.

Can I type other Ethiopian languages like Tigrinya?

The Ge'ez script is used for multiple Ethiopian languages including Tigrinya, Tigre, and others. While our keyboard is optimized for Amharic, the fidel characters work for other Ethiopic languages too!

Can I practice Amharic typing and measure my speed?

Yes! Click 'Speed Test' to switch to typing practice mode. You'll see Amharic sentences to type, and the system measures your speed and accuracy in real-time.

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