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Hermann Gundert
About
German scholar-linguist who shaped modern Malayalam lexicography and grammar study.
Hermann Gundert was a German missionary-scholar whose Malayalam dictionary, grammar work, and early journalistic efforts left a lasting mark on Malayalam language studies. He is a foundational figure in modern Malayalam linguistics and lexicography.
At a glance
Era
Modern (19th century)
Known for
Malayalam–English dictionary and grammar scholarship
Classification
Era
Modern (19th century)
Profession
Linguist, Scholar, Lexicographer, Missionary scholar
Birthplace
Germany (worked extensively in Kerala / Malabar)
Major works
Malayalam–English dictionary; Malayalam grammar; early Malayalam journalism contributions
Awards
Foundational figure in Malayalam linguistics and lexicography
Literary movement
Missionary scholarship / modern Malayalam language studies
Language(s)
Malayalam, German, English
Notable contributions
Built pioneering Malayalam dictionaries and grammar work that shaped modern language study.
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