معنی
A disease-free life is the greatest treasure.
زمینه فرهنگی
In Tamil Nadu, this proverb is often seen on the walls of 'Amma Unavagams' (community kitchens) and schools to promote public health. The proverb is a cornerstone of Siddha medicine, which emphasizes prevention over cure and 'food as medicine'. In countries like Singapore and Malaysia, Tamil heritage classes use this proverb to teach both language and values simultaneously. Tamil fitness influencers on Instagram use this as a standard caption for their workout videos.
The Emphatic 'E'
Notice the 'e' at the end of 'Valvay'. It's not just 'Valvu' (life). That 'e' means 'Life *indeed*'. It adds a layer of absolute certainty.
When to quote
This is a great phrase to use when someone is bragging about their new car but looks exhausted. It's a polite way to remind them of what matters.
معنی
A disease-free life is the greatest treasure.
The Emphatic 'E'
Notice the 'e' at the end of 'Valvay'. It's not just 'Valvu' (life). That 'e' means 'Life *indeed*'. It adds a layer of absolute certainty.
When to quote
This is a great phrase to use when someone is bragging about their new car but looks exhausted. It's a polite way to remind them of what matters.
خودت رو بسنج
Fill in the missing word to complete the proverb.
நோயற்ற வாழ்வே ________ செல்வம்.
'Kuraivatra' is the traditional word used in this proverb, meaning 'undiminished'.
Which of these best describes the meaning of the proverb?
நோயற்ற வாழ்வே குறைவற்ற செல்வம் - இதன் பொருள் என்ன?
The proverb equates a disease-free life with the highest form of wealth.
Match the Tamil words with their English meanings.
Match the following:
These are the core components of the proverb.
Complete the dialogue with the correct proverb.
அப்பா: ஏன் காய்கறி சாப்பிட மாட்டேன் என்கிறாய்? உடல்நலம் முக்கியம். மகன்: சரி அப்பா, இனிமேல் சாப்பிடுகிறேன். ஏனெனில் ________.
This proverb is the most appropriate response regarding health and diet.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
بانک تمرین
4 تمرینهاநோயற்ற வாழ்வே ________ செல்வம்.
'Kuraivatra' is the traditional word used in this proverb, meaning 'undiminished'.
நோயற்ற வாழ்வே குறைவற்ற செல்வம் - இதன் பொருள் என்ன?
The proverb equates a disease-free life with the highest form of wealth.
هر مورد سمت چپ را با جفتش در سمت راست مطابقت دهید:
These are the core components of the proverb.
அப்பா: ஏன் காய்கறி சாப்பிட மாட்டேன் என்கிறாய்? உடல்நலம் முக்கியம். மகன்: சரி அப்பா, இனிமேல் சாப்பிடுகிறேன். ஏனெனில் ________.
This proverb is the most appropriate response regarding health and diet.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
سوالات متداول
3 سوالNo, while it is a formal proverb, it is used very commonly in daily life by all age groups.
You can say 'Arogyame Selvam', but it won't be the 'official' proverb that everyone recognizes.
It means 'without (atra) deficiency (kurai)'. It implies something that is whole and perfect.
عبارات مرتبط
சுவர் இருந்தால் தான் சித்திரம் வரைய முடியும்
similarOnly if there is a wall can you draw a painting.
உணவே மருந்து
builds onFood is medicine.
ஆரோக்கியமே மகா பாக்கியம்
synonymHealth is the greatest blessing.
