Meet Your Nepali Language Instructor!
Language is more than words. It is the bridge between generations, cultures, and identities. Through over 25 years of teaching Nepali across Nepal, Japan, and the United States, Dr. Hom Acharya has dedicated his career to helping learners discover not only a language, but the history, traditions, and human connections it carries. Guided by the belief that every lesson is a step toward deeper cultural understanding, he creates meaningful learning experiences that inspire students to communicate with confidence and connect with Nepal’s rich linguistic and cultural heritage.
The journey of learning Nepali is more than mastering a language. It is an invitation to discover the culture, history, and traditions that shape its people. Through more than 25 years of teaching across Nepal, Japan, and the United States, Dr. Hom Acharya has guided learners from diverse backgrounds toward fluency and cultural understanding. His teaching continues to inspire students with its commitment to communication, connection, and the lifelong pursuit of meaningful learning.
“The limits of my language are the limits of my world.” – Ludwig Wittgenstein
Table of contents
Take a closer look at the courses, teaching methods, and cultural experiences that await every learn.
Chapters
1
The Teaching Mission
10
Structured Daily Routine
40
Begin Your Journey
80
The Path of Proficiency
120
Experience Nepali Culture
130
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About the author
Hom Acharya
I am a professional Nepali language teacher and have been teaching Nepali for the past 25 years. Since 1997, I have worked with both native and non-native Nepali language students of all levels both individually and in groups in Nepal, Japan and United States.
As both a full-time faculty member and freelance language instructor. I teach Nepali language as a full-time at Cornell University. I have worked with professionals, researchers, Fulbright scholars, Foreign Language and Area Studies Fellows, and international students from diverse educational backgrounds. In addition to teaching undergraduate and graduate students.
My academic journey has been guided by a lifelong passion for language, education, and cultural exchange. Throughout my academic journey, I earned an M.Ed. in Nepali Language Education from Tribhuvan University, an M.S. in Japanese Language and Socio-cultural Studies from Shimane University, and an Ed.D. in Educational Leadership from Oklahoma State University. Along the way, I was honored to receive the Monbukagakusho Scholarship from the Government of Japan and the prestigious Mahendra Bidhya Bhushan (Gold Medal) award by the late King Birendra of Nepal, recognizing my pursuit of excellence in education
I am excited to welcome students, professionals, families, and lifelong learners from around the world into my classes, where together we will build language skills, explore Nepali culture, and create meaningful connections that last far beyond the classroom.
Student Testimonials
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Learning Nepali is more than memorizing words. It’s about building confidence, creating connections, and discovering a vibrant culture through every lesson.
