Signification
Wishing someone success.
Contexte culturel
Luck is often associated with 'Nalla Neram' (Good Time). People often check auspicious times before starting something, and this phrase complements that belief. In Sri Lanka, 'Vazhthukkal' is used very frequently, but 'Atirshtam kidaikkattum' is well-understood and used in formal speeches and media. In the diaspora, English phrases like 'All the best' are often mixed with Tamil. 'Atirshtam kidaikkattum' is seen as a more 'authentic' or 'pure' way to express the sentiment. In Tamil business circles, luck is taken seriously. New shops often have 'Drishti Bommai' (dolls to ward off evil eye) and owners appreciate being wished luck.
Add 'Unakku'
Adding 'Unakku' (to you) at the beginning makes it feel more personal and warm.
Don't use for birthdays
For birthdays, use 'Piranthanaal Vazhthukkal'. 'Atirshtam kidaikkattum' is for challenges, not celebrations.
Signification
Wishing someone success.
Add 'Unakku'
Adding 'Unakku' (to you) at the beginning makes it feel more personal and warm.
Don't use for birthdays
For birthdays, use 'Piranthanaal Vazhthukkal'. 'Atirshtam kidaikkattum' is for challenges, not celebrations.
The '-ttum' power
Learn the '-ttum' suffix! It's the secret to making any wish in Tamil (e.g., Vetri kidaikkattum, Magizhchi nilavattum).
Body Language
A small nod or a smile while saying this adds a lot of sincerity to the wish.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank to wish your friend luck for their exam.
உன் தேர்வுக்கு ______ கிடைக்கட்டும்.
'Atirshtam' means luck, which is the only logical choice for a wish.
Which of these is the correct way to wish someone luck?
Choose the correct phrase:
The suffix '-ttum' is required to express a wish.
Match the situation to the phrase.
Situation: Your brother is going for a cricket match.
You wish luck before a competitive event.
Complete the dialogue.
A: நான் நாளை புது கார் வாங்கப் போகிறேன். B: அப்படியா? ______!
Wishing luck for a new purchase/venture is appropriate.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Luck vs. Congratulations
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesஉன் தேர்வுக்கு ______ கிடைக்கட்டும்.
'Atirshtam' means luck, which is the only logical choice for a wish.
Choose the correct phrase:
The suffix '-ttum' is required to express a wish.
Situation: Your brother is going for a cricket match.
You wish luck before a competitive event.
A: நான் நாளை புது கார் வாங்கப் போகிறேன். B: அப்படியா? ______!
Wishing luck for a new purchase/venture is appropriate.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsIt is neutral. You can use it with friends, family, and even colleagues or superiors.
No, just saying 'Atirshtam' means 'Luck'. You need the verb 'kidaikkattum' to make it a wish.
'Vazhthukkal' is 'Wishes' (general). 'Atirshtam kidaikkattum' is specifically 'Good Luck' (for success/chance).
Use 'Ungalukku ellorum atirṣṭam kiṭaikkaṭṭum' or 'Ungal anaivarukkum atirṣṭam kiṭaikkaṭṭum'.
No, it is a secular phrase, though it has philosophical roots. People of all faiths use it.
It's better to use 'Iniya Thirumana Vazhthukkal' (Happy Wedding Wishes). Luck isn't the primary sentiment for a wedding.
It means 'let it be obtained' or 'may it be available'.
In modern slang, people might just say 'All the best', but there isn't a shorter Tamil version that is grammatically correct.
In the word 'Atirshtam', it is actually a retroflex 'sh' (ஷ), not the unique Tamil 'zh' (ழ).
Yes, it is very appropriate for closing an email to someone who is about to start a project.
Expressions liées
வாழ்த்துகள்
similarWishes / Congratulations
வெற்றி பெறட்டும்
specialized formMay victory be achieved
நல்லது நடக்கட்டும்
similarLet good things happen
யோகம் இருக்கட்டும்
specialized formMay there be fortune
கலக்குங்கள்
informalRock it / Shake it up
