معنی
Encouraging someone to believe.
زمینه فرهنگی
In Tamil Nadu, 'Nambikkai' is a common theme in 'Punch Dialogues' in movies. Superstars like Rajinikanth often use variations of this phrase to inspire the audience. Among Sri Lankan Tamils, the phrase often carries a weight of resilience and survival, reflecting the community's history of overcoming adversity through collective faith. In the diaspora, 'Nambikkai' is often used in the names of charities and educational funds, symbolizing the hope for future generations. In Hindu, Christian, and Muslim Tamil communities, 'Irai-nambikkai' (faith in God) is a central concept discussed in weekly sermons.
Use 'mēl' for the object
Always remember to add 'mēl' (on/upon) to the person or thing you are trusting. It makes you sound like a native speaker.
Don't say 'Nambikkai sei'
Even though 'sei' means 'do', it is never used with 'Nambikkai'. Stick to 'vai'.
معنی
Encouraging someone to believe.
Use 'mēl' for the object
Always remember to add 'mēl' (on/upon) to the person or thing you are trusting. It makes you sound like a native speaker.
Don't say 'Nambikkai sei'
Even though 'sei' means 'do', it is never used with 'Nambikkai'. Stick to 'vai'.
The 'V' sound
In Tamil, the 'v' in 'vai' is a labiodental approximant, softer than the English 'v'. Practice by touching your lower lip lightly to your upper teeth.
خودت رو بسنج
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'place trust'.
உன் திறமை _______ நம்பிக்கை வை.
The suffix 'mēl' (upon/on) is the standard way to indicate what you are placing trust in.
Choose the most polite way to say 'Trust me' to a teacher.
ஆசிரியரிடம் எப்படிச் சொல்வீர்கள்?
'Vaiyungal' is the polite/formal imperative form.
Complete the dialogue with the correct phrase.
அம்மா: 'தேர்வு எப்படி இருக்கும்?' மகன்: 'கஷ்டமாக இருக்கும்.' அம்மா: 'பயப்படாதே, உன் உழைப்பு மேல் _______.'
The context of an exam and 'don't be afraid' requires 'have faith'.
Match the phrase to the correct situation.
Match: 'நம்பிக்கை வை' with the best scenario.
The phrase is used for emotional support and encouragement.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
Nambu vs. Nambikkai Vai
بانک تمرین
4 تمرینهاஉன் திறமை _______ நம்பிக்கை வை.
The suffix 'mēl' (upon/on) is the standard way to indicate what you are placing trust in.
ஆசிரியரிடம் எப்படிச் சொல்வீர்கள்?
'Vaiyungal' is the polite/formal imperative form.
அம்மா: 'தேர்வு எப்படி இருக்கும்?' மகன்: 'கஷ்டமாக இருக்கும்.' அம்மா: 'பயப்படாதே, உன் உழைப்பு மேல் _______.'
The context of an exam and 'don't be afraid' requires 'have faith'.
Match: 'நம்பிக்கை வை' with the best scenario.
The phrase is used for emotional support and encouragement.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
سوالات متداول
10 سوالIt can be, but it is also used in secular, everyday contexts like sports, exams, and friendships.
No, for that you would use 'Pei mēl nambikkai irukku' (I have belief in ghosts) or just 'Nambugiren'. 'Nambikkai vai' is usually an encouragement or a choice.
'Nambikkai' is trust/faith. 'Vishwaasam' is loyalty/faithfulness. You have 'Nambikkai' in a doctor, but a dog has 'Vishwaasam' for its owner.
You say 'Avan mēl nambikkai வைக்காதே' (Avan mēl nambikkai vaikkaathe).
No, use the polite form 'vaiyungal' to show respect.
Tamil conceptualizes trust as something you place 'upon' a surface or foundation, hence 'mēl' (on/upon).
Yes! 'Un mēl nambikkai vai' is the standard way to say 'Believe in yourself'.
Yes, you can just say 'Nambu' (Trust/Believe), but it's less powerful.
It means 'Stay hopeful' or 'Be with trust'.
Use the word 'muzhu' (full): 'Muzhu nambikkai vai'.
عبارات مرتبط
நம்பிக்கை துரோகம்
contrastBetrayal of trust
தன்னம்பிக்கை
specialized formSelf-confidence
நம்பகத்தன்மை
builds onReliability/Credibility
உறுதி கொள்
similarBe determined
