Signification
Formal or casual parting phrase.
Contexte culturel
Avoid saying just 'I am going' (Njan pokunnu). It is culturally preferred to imply a return. In the Gulf countries, 'Veendum Kaanam' is a common way to end community radio broadcasts. Youngsters often use the English 'See you' or 'Bye', but 'Veendum Kaanam' remains the respectful standard for mixed-age groups. Parting often involves a slight bow or a 'Namaskaram' followed by 'Veendum Kaanam'.
Smile while saying it
In Kerala, non-verbal cues are as important as the words. A small smile or a nod makes 'Veendum Kaanam' sound much more sincere.
Don't use with strangers you'll never see
If you're a tourist leaving a city forever, 'Veendum Kaanam' might sound a bit odd. Use 'Nandi' (Thank you) instead.
Signification
Formal or casual parting phrase.
Smile while saying it
In Kerala, non-verbal cues are as important as the words. A small smile or a nod makes 'Veendum Kaanam' sound much more sincere.
Don't use with strangers you'll never see
If you're a tourist leaving a city forever, 'Veendum Kaanam' might sound a bit odd. Use 'Nandi' (Thank you) instead.
The 'Poi Varaam' trick
If you want to sound like a local in a traditional home, use 'Poi Varaam'. It earns you instant 'cultural points'.
Teste-toi
Complete the sentence with the correct word for 'again'.
ശരി, ______ കാണാം.
'വീണ്ടും' (Veendum) means 'again', making the phrase 'See you again'.
Which phrase is the most polite way to say goodbye to a teacher?
Select the best option:
'വീണ്ടും കാണാം' is the most polite and standard neutral farewell.
Match the Malayalam phrase to its English meaning.
Match the following:
These are the standard time-based variations of the phrase.
Fill in the missing part of the dialogue.
A: ഇന്നത്തെ മീറ്റിംഗ് നന്നായിരുന്നു. B: അതെ. ശരി, എന്നാൽ ______ ______.
The context of ending a meeting requires a farewell like 'Veendum Kaanam'.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Ways to Say Goodbye
Neutral
- • വീണ്ടും കാണാം
- • ശരി എന്നാൽ
Informal
- • പിന്നെ കാണാം
- • കാണാം
- • ടാറ്റാ
Traditional
- • പോയി വരാം
- • നമസ്കാരം
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesശരി, ______ കാണാം.
'വീണ്ടും' (Veendum) means 'again', making the phrase 'See you again'.
Select the best option:
'വീണ്ടും കാണാം' is the most polite and standard neutral farewell.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
These are the standard time-based variations of the phrase.
A: ഇന്നത്തെ മീറ്റിംഗ് നന്നായിരുന്നു. B: അതെ. ശരി, എന്നാൽ ______ ______.
The context of ending a meeting requires a farewell like 'Veendum Kaanam'.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsIt is neutral. You can use it with your boss, your teacher, or your friends.
Yes, among friends, shortening it to 'Kaanam' is very common and sounds natural.
'Veendum' means 'again', while 'Pinne' means 'later'. They are mostly interchangeable, but 'Pinne' is slightly more casual.
You can, but it's not required. 'Namaskaram' is a greeting, while 'Veendum Kaanam' is a farewell.
Yes, it's a very common way to end letters or emails in Malayalam.
It's a retroflex 'nd'. Curl your tongue back to touch the hard palate.
It's best avoided. It's a polite phrase, so using it while angry might sound sarcastic.
A slight nod of the head is the most common accompaniment.
Just say 'Nandi' (Thank you) and leave. You don't have to use this phrase!
Yes, 'Tata' is very common, especially with children or in very casual settings.
Expressions liées
പിന്നെ കാണാം
similarSee you later
നാളെ കാണാം
specialized formSee you tomorrow
പോയി വരാം
similarI'll go and come back
വിട
contrastFarewell/Adieu
