Signification
Creating art on paper.
Contexte culturel
The tradition of 'Kalamezhuthu' involves drawing large, colorful pictures of deities on the floor using natural powders. It is a ritualistic form of 'chithram varaykkuka'. Art competitions (Chithrarachana Malsaram) are a major part of school life in Kerala, fostering a culture where drawing is a highly valued skill. Kerala Mural Paintings are world-renowned. They use a specific style of 'varaykkuka' that emphasizes bold lines and vibrant natural colors. Many young Malayalis share their 'sketches' on Instagram, often using the phrase 'Njan varacha chithram' (The picture I drew) in their captions.
Use 'Padam' for friends
In casual talk, say 'Padam varaykkuka' instead of 'Chithram varaykkuka'. It sounds more natural.
Don't say 'take'
Never use the verb 'edukkuka' (take) with 'chithram' if you mean drawing. It only works for photos.
Signification
Creating art on paper.
Use 'Padam' for friends
In casual talk, say 'Padam varaykkuka' instead of 'Chithram varaykkuka'. It sounds more natural.
Don't say 'take'
Never use the verb 'edukkuka' (take) with 'chithram' if you mean drawing. It only works for photos.
Verb endings
Remember that 'varaykkuka' is the base form. Use 'varaykkunnu' for 'is drawing' and 'varachu' for 'drew'.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the verb 'varaykkuka'.
കുട്ടി ഒരു പൂവ് _______. (The child is drawing a flower.)
The context is drawing a flower, so 'varaykkunnu' (is drawing) is correct. 'Ezhuthunnu' means writing and 'vayikkunnu' means reading.
Which sentence means 'I drew a picture yesterday'?
Choose the correct sentence:
'Innle' (yesterday) requires the past tense 'varachu'.
Match the Malayalam phrase with its English meaning.
Match the following:
This tests the distinction between drawing, photography, and writing.
Complete the dialogue.
A: നിനക്ക് ചിത്രം വരയ്ക്കാൻ ഇഷ്ടമാണോ? B: അതെ, എനിക്ക് ______ ഇഷ്ടമാണ്.
After 'ishtamanu' (like), the infinitive form 'varaykkan' (to draw) is used.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Art Tools in Malayalam
Tools
- • പെൻസിൽ (Pencil)
- • ബ്രഷ് (Brush)
- • പേപ്പർ (Paper)
- • നിറങ്ങൾ (Colors)
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesകുട്ടി ഒരു പൂവ് _______. (The child is drawing a flower.)
The context is drawing a flower, so 'varaykkunnu' (is drawing) is correct. 'Ezhuthunnu' means writing and 'vayikkunnu' means reading.
Choose the correct sentence:
'Innle' (yesterday) requires the past tense 'varachu'.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
This tests the distinction between drawing, photography, and writing.
A: നിനക്ക് ചിത്രം വരയ്ക്കാൻ ഇഷ്ടമാണോ? B: അതെ, എനിക്ക് ______ ഇഷ്ടമാണ്.
After 'ishtamanu' (like), the infinitive form 'varaykkan' (to draw) is used.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsYes, 'chithram varaykkuka' is perfectly fine for drawing on a computer or tablet.
'Chithram' is more formal/standard, while 'padam' is more colloquial and common in daily speech.
You say 'എനിക്ക് ചിത്രം വരയ്ക്കണം' (Enikku chithram varaykkanam).
You can use 'varnachithram varaykkuka' or simply 'painting cheyyuka'.
Yes, 'മുഖചിത്രം വരയ്ക്കുക' (mukha-chithram varaykkuka) means to draw a portrait.
It can be used for drawing lines (vara varaykkuka) or even in some contexts for 'pulling' something.
You say 'ചിത്രരചനാ അധ്യാപകൻ' (Chithrarachana adhyapakan) or simply 'Drawing teacher'.
Yes, very common. Most children are encouraged to learn drawing from a young age.
The past tense is 'varachu' (വരച്ചു).
It means 'to make a picture', which is understandable but 'varaykkuka' is much more natural.
Expressions liées
നിറം നൽകുക
similarTo give color / To color in
രേഖാചിത്രം
specialized formSketch / Line drawing
ചിത്രരചന
synonymThe act of creating a picture
പെയിന്റിംഗ്
similarPainting
