معنی
Feeling the need for water.
زمینه فرهنگی
The 'Neer-pandal' is a unique summer tradition where free water and spiced buttermilk are served to the public to combat the intense heat. Offering water is the first step of 'Virunthombal' (hospitality). It is considered a sin to let a guest leave thirsty. In many Tamil temples, 'Abishekam' (ritual bathing of the deity) involves water, milk, and honey, symbolizing the quenching of spiritual thirst. Farmers often carry 'Thanni-muttai' (water bags) or 'Sombu' (metal pots) to the fields, and sharing water with fellow laborers is a common social bond.
The Dative Rule
Always remember: Thirst is something that happens *to* you. Use 'Enakku' (to me), not 'Nān' (I).
Polite Requests
If you are a guest, it's more polite to say 'Thākam eṭukkiratu' than to bluntly ask for water. It prompts the host to offer it.
معنی
Feeling the need for water.
The Dative Rule
Always remember: Thirst is something that happens *to* you. Use 'Enakku' (to me), not 'Nān' (I).
Polite Requests
If you are a guest, it's more polite to say 'Thākam eṭukkiratu' than to bluntly ask for water. It prompts the host to offer it.
Spelling Matters
Don't confuse 'Thākam' (thirst) with 'Thākkam' (impact). One 'k' makes a big difference!
خودت رو بسنج
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the person.
_______ தாகம் எடுக்கிறது. (I am thirsty.)
Bodily sensations in Tamil require the dative case 'எனக்கு' (to me).
Which sentence is the most natural way to say 'He was thirsty'?
Choose the correct past tense sentence:
The verb must be 3rd person singular neuter (eṭuttatu) to agree with 'Thākam'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: வெயில் அதிகமா இருக்கு. B: ஆமாம், எனக்கு ரொம்ப _______.
In the context of 'Veyil' (heat/sun), 'thākam' (thirst) is the most logical sensation.
Match the phrase to the situation.
When would you say 'தாகம் தீர்ந்தது' (Thirst is quenched)?
'Thīrnthatu' means finished or resolved, used after the need is met.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
بانک تمرین
4 تمرینها_______ தாகம் எடுக்கிறது. (I am thirsty.)
Bodily sensations in Tamil require the dative case 'எனக்கு' (to me).
Choose the correct past tense sentence:
The verb must be 3rd person singular neuter (eṭuttatu) to agree with 'Thākam'.
A: வெயில் அதிகமா இருக்கு. B: ஆமாம், எனக்கு ரொம்ப _______.
In the context of 'Veyil' (heat/sun), 'thākam' (thirst) is the most logical sensation.
When would you say 'தாகம் தீர்ந்தது' (Thirst is quenched)?
'Thīrnthatu' means finished or resolved, used after the need is met.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
سوالات متداول
5 سوالYes, in very casual speech, people understand 'Enakku thākam'. But 'Thākam eṭukkutu' is more complete and natural.
No, for hunger you must use 'Pasi'. 'Pasi eṭukkiratu' is the equivalent phrase.
It's an idiomatic use of the verb to show the onset of a physical state. Think of it as the sensation 'taking' your attention.
Say 'Enakku thākam eṭukkavillai' or simply 'Thākam illai'.
Yes, 'Athigāra thākam' (thirst for power) is a common formal expression.
عبارات مرتبط
பசி எடுத்தல்
similarFeeling hungry
தாகம் தீர்த்தல்
builds onQuenching thirst
தண்ணீர் வேட்கை
specialized formIntense longing for water
நா வறளுதல்
similarTongue drying up
