KhmerTutor “Phalla is a gifted teacher who knows how to communicate lessons in a memorable and effective way. He comes equipped with well thought-out lessons and provides study guides ahead of time, with backup plans for when lessons become too difficult.”
Learn ខ្មែរ Khmer with a Patient, Experienced Native Tutor
San Phalla is a native Cambodian tutor offering personalized online Khmer lessons for all levels. From basic conversation to reading and writing — learn at your own pace with a flexible, structured approach.
Solo lessons from $8/hr · No commitments · Free trial available
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Student Rating
3 Levels
Beginner to Advanced
$8/hr
Starting Price
Online
Flexible Scheduling
Why Learn with San Phalla?
A personalized learning experience tailored to your goals, pace, and learning style.
Native Cambodian Speaker
Born and raised in Cambodia, Phalla brings authentic pronunciation, cultural context, and real-world language skills to every lesson.
Personalized Curriculum
Every student learns differently. Phalla adapts his teaching style, materials, and pace to match your goals, needs, and learning preferences.
Affordable Rates
Quality Khmer lessons starting at just $8/hour for solo sessions. Group discounts and prepaid packages available for even better value.
Free Video Lessons on YouTube
Watch free Khmer language lessons on San Phalla's YouTube channel. Practice vocabulary, pronunciation, and get a feel for the teaching style before booking a lesson.
Courses for Every Level
Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to achieve fluency, there's a structured path for you.
Beginner
Basic Conversation
Start speaking Khmer from day one. Learn essential phrases, greetings, numbers, and everyday vocabulary.
- Greetings & introductions
- Numbers & counting
- Everyday vocabulary
- Basic sentence structure
Intermediate
Reading & Writing
Master Khmer grammar, the writing system with 33 consonants and 23 vowels, and colloquial speech patterns.
- 33 consonants & 23 vowels
- Grammar rules
- Colloquial & slang speech
- Reading & writing practice
Advanced
Full Comprehension
Achieve fluency with in-depth reading, writing, and comprehension skills for real-world situations.
- Advanced comprehension
- Complex reading materials
- Formal & informal registers
- Cultural context & nuance
What Students Say
Hear from learners around the world who have studied Khmer with San Phalla.
“Kind, patient, and encouraging, with the ability to answer questions in very helpful ways. Phalla organizes all his lessons and utilizes various online teaching tools to demonstrate concepts. I highly recommend him for anyone looking to learn Khmer.”
“Phalla is prepared with multiple curriculum approaches depending on your studying style, needs, and wants. He is flexible and open to ideas, but direct enough to keep students on track. A value-for-money means of learning Khmer in the minimum time.”
Simple, Affordable Pricing
Quality Khmer language instruction at prices that respect your budget.
Duo Lessons
$10 /hour for 2
Solo Lessons
$8 /hour
Group Lessons
$4 /person/hour
Ready to Start Speaking ខ្មែរ Khmer?
Book a free trial lesson with San Phalla today. No commitments — just a friendly conversation to see if it's the right fit.