Signification
Giving help or encouragement to others.
Contexte culturel
Political posters in Tamil Nadu often feature the phrase 'ஆதரவு அளியுங்கள்' (Give your support) next to the party symbol. It is a direct plea for votes. In countries like Canada, London, and Singapore, 'ஆதரவு அளி' is used in community radio and TV to ask for support for Tamil language schools. Fans of big stars like Rajinikanth or Vijay use this phrase to organize 'Mandrams' (fan clubs) and support new movie releases. When someone starts a new venture (like a shop or a YouTube channel), it is culturally polite to say 'நிச்சயம் என் ஆதரவு உங்களுக்கு உண்டு' (You certainly have my support).
The 'L' matters
Make sure to use the retroflex 'L' (ளி). If you use a normal 'L' (லி), it changes the meaning entirely.
Don't be too formal
With very close friends for small things, just say 'I'll help' (உதவி செய்றேன்). 'Aatharavu' can sound like a political speech.
Signification
Giving help or encouragement to others.
The 'L' matters
Make sure to use the retroflex 'L' (ளி). If you use a normal 'L' (லி), it changes the meaning entirely.
Don't be too formal
With very close friends for small things, just say 'I'll help' (உதவி செய்றேன்). 'Aatharavu' can sound like a political speech.
Use 'Muzhu'
Adding 'Muzhu' (Full) before 'Aatharavu' makes your statement sound much more sincere and powerful.
Body Language
When saying you support someone, a firm nod or a hand on the shoulder often accompanies this phrase in Tamil culture.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'ஆதரவு அளி'.
மக்கள் அந்தத் தலைவருக்கு முழு ______ ______.
In a political context with 'தலைவர்' (leader), 'ஆதரவு அளித்தார்கள்' is the most natural fit.
Which sentence uses the dative case correctly?
Choose the correct sentence:
The recipient 'நண்பன்' must take the dative suffix '-க்கு'.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Where would you most likely hear 'ஆதரவு அளியுங்கள்'?
Political campaigns are the primary venue for requesting 'Aatharavu'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'இந்தத் திட்டத்தைப் பற்றி நீங்கள் என்ன நினைக்கிறீர்கள்?' B: 'இது நல்லது, நான் இதற்கு ______ ______.'
B is expressing their agreement and backing for the plan.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Aatharavu vs Udhavi
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesமக்கள் அந்தத் தலைவருக்கு முழு ______ ______.
In a political context with 'தலைவர்' (leader), 'ஆதரவு அளித்தார்கள்' is the most natural fit.
Choose the correct sentence:
The recipient 'நண்பன்' must take the dative suffix '-க்கு'.
Where would you most likely hear 'ஆதரவு அளியுங்கள்'?
Political campaigns are the primary venue for requesting 'Aatharavu'.
A: 'இந்தத் திட்டத்தைப் பற்றி நீங்கள் என்ன நினைக்கிறீர்கள்?' B: 'இது நல்லது, நான் இதற்கு ______ ______.'
B is expressing their agreement and backing for the plan.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
12 questionsNo, it's used for family, business, and social causes too, though it is very common in politics.
It's grammatically incorrect but people will understand you. Stick to 'Alhi' or 'Kodu'.
'Alhi' is more formal and respectful; 'Kodu' is neutral and common.
Use 'ஆதரவு அளிக்கவில்லை' (Aatharavu alikkavillai).
Rarely in modern Tamil. For physical support, use 'Thaangu' (bear) or 'Pidithukol' (hold).
Yes, it's perfect for saying which team you back.
No, it takes the dative case (-ku). You give support *to* someone.
Yes, it's a key phrase for reaching intermediate fluency in formal Tamil.
It means 'Moral Support'.
Yes, especially if you are being serious or encouraging.
Yes, 'Support pannu' (using the English word) is the most common slang.
Say 'எனக்கு ஆதரவு அளியுங்கள்' (Please give me support).
Expressions liées
ஆதரி
similarTo support (verb form)
உதவி செய்
similarTo help
துணை நில்
similarTo stand by someone
பக்கபலம்
builds onSide-strength / Pillar of support
எதிர்ப்பு தெரிவி
contrastTo express opposition
