Signification
To focus on something specific
Contexte culturel
In Tamil schools, 'Kavanam' is often linked to the 'Aathichoodi', a collection of single-line quotations by the poet Avvaiyar. Discipline and focus are considered the foundation of education. In the booming IT sector, 'Focus' is often translated as 'Kavanam' in internal motivational posters, blending traditional values with modern corporate productivity. For Tamils living abroad, 'Kavanam' is often used by parents to remind children to stay focused on their cultural roots while succeeding in a foreign environment. In Bharatanatyam (classical dance), 'Kavanam' is essential for 'Abhinaya' (expression). The dancer must steer their focus to their fingertips and eyes.
The '-il' Rule
Always remember to add '-il' to the noun before 'kavanam seluthu'. It makes you sound like a native speaker immediately.
Don't over-formalize
In a very casual setting with friends, just saying 'Kavani' (Listen) is often enough. Save 'Kavanam seluthu' for when you want to sound serious or encouraging.
Signification
To focus on something specific
The '-il' Rule
Always remember to add '-il' to the noun before 'kavanam seluthu'. It makes you sound like a native speaker immediately.
Don't over-formalize
In a very casual setting with friends, just saying 'Kavani' (Listen) is often enough. Save 'Kavanam seluthu' for when you want to sound serious or encouraging.
Use with 'Adhigam'
Add 'Adhigam' (More) to say 'Focus more' -> 'Adhigam kavanam seluthu'.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'கவனம் செலுத்து'.
மாணவர்கள் தங்கள் _________ கவனம் செலுத்த வேண்டும்.
The locative case (-il) is required for the object of focus.
Which sentence is most appropriate for a boss telling an employee to focus on a new project?
Choose the best option:
Option B is professional and uses the correct collocation for project focus.
Match the context with the correct Tamil phrase.
Contexts: 1. Driving, 2. Studying, 3. Meditation
Each context requires focus on a specific object (Road, Lesson, Breath).
Complete the dialogue.
அம்மா: ஏன் மார்க் குறைந்தது? மகன்: நான் விளையாட்டில் அதிக _________ செலுத்திவிட்டேன்.
'Kavanam' is the noun that completes the collocation with 'seluthu'.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesமாணவர்கள் தங்கள் _________ கவனம் செலுத்த வேண்டும்.
The locative case (-il) is required for the object of focus.
Choose the best option:
Option B is professional and uses the correct collocation for project focus.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
Each context requires focus on a specific object (Road, Lesson, Breath).
அம்மா: ஏன் மார்க் குறைந்தது? மகன்: நான் விளையாட்டில் அதிக _________ செலுத்திவிட்டேன்.
'Kavanam' is the noun that completes the collocation with 'seluthu'.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
4 questionsIt is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your younger brother.
Yes, but 'Kavanamaaga iru' is more common for immediate physical danger.
The opposite is 'Alatchiyam' (Negligence).
Ennaal kavanam selutha mudiyavillai.
Expressions liées
கவனமாக இரு
similarBe careful
ஒருமுகப்படுத்து
specialized formTo concentrate/unify the mind
கவனி
builds onListen/Watch
அலட்சியம் செய்
contrastTo neglect
