Signification
Adverb for high speed.
Contexte culturel
The 'hurry-burry' lifestyle in modern Kerala cities like Kochi has made 'Vegam' a constant refrain in daily life, contrasting with the traditional 'village' pace. Action movies often use 'Vegam' in titles or catchphrases to signify thrill and momentum. During the Nehru Trophy Boat Race, the rhythm of the oars is dictated by the 'Vanchippattu', where the tempo increases to a 'Vegam' that is breathtaking. Private buses in Kerala are famous (or infamous) for their 'Vegam'. Passengers often use the word to both encourage and caution drivers.
Double for Urgency
If you really want someone to hurry, say 'Vegam, vegam!' It sounds more natural and urgent.
Politeness Matters
When asking a stranger to hurry, add 'kurachu' (a little) to make it 'kurachu vegam' so you don't sound rude.
Signification
Adverb for high speed.
Double for Urgency
If you really want someone to hurry, say 'Vegam, vegam!' It sounds more natural and urgent.
Politeness Matters
When asking a stranger to hurry, add 'kurachu' (a little) to make it 'kurachu vegam' so you don't sound rude.
Adverbial Suffix
Use 'Vegathil' when you are writing an essay; it makes your Malayalam sound more sophisticated than just using 'Vegam'.
The 'Speed' Loanword
Don't be surprised if you hear 'Speed' more than 'Vegam' in cities; both are understood, but 'Vegam' is the heart of the language.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank to tell your friend to come fast.
കൂട്ടുകാരാ, _____ വരൂ!
'Vegam varoo' is the standard way to say 'Come fast'.
Which sentence means 'The car is going fast'?
Choose the correct sentence:
'Vegathil' is the adverbial form used to describe the action of going fast.
Complete the dialogue between a mother and a child.
Mother: 'സ്കൂളിൽ പോകാൻ സമയമായി. _____ കുളിക്കൂ!'
The context of being late for school requires the word for 'fast'.
Match the phrase to the situation: 'വേഗം കുറയ്ക്കൂ' (Vegam kuraykkoo)
When would you say 'വേഗം കുറയ്ക്കൂ'?
'Kuraykkoo' means reduce, so 'Vegam kuraykkoo' means reduce speed.
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Aides visuelles
Speed vs Time
Synonyms for Speed
Common
- • Vegam
- • Pettennu
Formal
- • Sheeghram
- • Vegatha
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesകൂട്ടുകാരാ, _____ വരൂ!
'Vegam varoo' is the standard way to say 'Come fast'.
Choose the correct sentence:
'Vegathil' is the adverbial form used to describe the action of going fast.
Mother: 'സ്കൂളിൽ പോകാൻ സമയമായി. _____ കുളിക്കൂ!'
The context of being late for school requires the word for 'fast'.
When would you say 'വേഗം കുറയ്ക്കൂ'?
'Kuraykkoo' means reduce, so 'Vegam kuraykkoo' means reduce speed.
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Questions fréquentes
12 questionsIt is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
No, use 'Udan' for 'soon'. 'Vegam' is for speed.
'Vegam' is the base word (noun/adverb), while 'Vegathil' is the specific adverbial form ('in speed').
Simply say 'Vegam!' or 'Vegam ആകട്ടെ!' (Vegam aakatte!).
Yes, Tamil uses 'Vegam' and Telugu uses 'Vegam' as well, as they share Sanskrit roots.
No, fasting is 'Vratham' or 'Upavasam'. 'Vegam' is only for speed.
Use 'വളരെ വേഗം' (Valare vegam) or 'നല്ല വേഗം' (Nalla vegam).
Yes, it is the standard word for bandwidth speed.
Not usually. To say someone is a 'fast person', you'd say they do things 'vegathil'.
The opposite is 'Pathukke' (പതുക്കെ), which means slowly.
Yes, 'Speed' is a very common loanword in Kerala, but 'Vegam' is preferred in formal contexts.
No, as an adverb, it remains the same regardless of the verb's tense.
Expressions liées
പെട്ടെന്ന്
similarSuddenly / Quickly
ഉടനെ
similarImmediately / Soon
പതുക്കെ
contrastSlowly
ശീഘ്രം
specialized formQuickly (Formal)
തിടുക്കം
builds onHurry / Rush
