Signification
Instruction to follow orders
Contexte culturel
In traditional Tamil households, 'Sonna pecha kel' (Listen to what is said) is a foundational value for children, emphasizing respect for elders. In modern Chennai tech hubs, 'Sonnapadi sei' is often used during 'stand-up' meetings to ensure everyone is aligned with the sprint goals. The phrase is a staple in 'Mass' movies where the hero gives an ultimatum to the villain or his followers. In devotional songs and literature, devotees often express their surrender by saying they will do as the Deity 'says' or 'commands'.
Use 'Seiyungal' for Respect
Always use 'Sonnapadi seiyungal' when speaking to anyone older than you or in a professional setting.
Don't sound too bossy
Using this phrase too often can make you sound authoritarian. Soften it with 'Konjam' (a little) or 'Dayavu seidhu' (please).
Signification
Instruction to follow orders
Use 'Seiyungal' for Respect
Always use 'Sonnapadi seiyungal' when speaking to anyone older than you or in a professional setting.
Don't sound too bossy
Using this phrase too often can make you sound authoritarian. Soften it with 'Konjam' (a little) or 'Dayavu seidhu' (please).
The 'Word' is Sacred
In Tamil culture, saying you will do something (Sonnapadi seiven) is a serious commitment. Don't say it lightly!
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'to do'.
அம்மா சொன்னபடி _______. (Amma sonnapadi _______.)
The idiom is 'Sonnapadi sei' (Do as told).
Which sentence is the most polite?
Choose the polite version of 'Do as told'.
The suffix '-ungal' makes the imperative polite and plural.
Complete the dialogue.
Manager: 'இந்த வேலையை முடி.' Employee: 'சரி சார், நீங்கள் _______ செய்கிறேன்.'
The employee is agreeing to do as the manager 'said' (sonnapadi).
Match the phrase to the situation.
When would you say 'Sonnapadi sei'?
It is a command used for following directions or orders.
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Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesஅம்மா சொன்னபடி _______. (Amma sonnapadi _______.)
The idiom is 'Sonnapadi sei' (Do as told).
Choose the polite version of 'Do as told'.
The suffix '-ungal' makes the imperative polite and plural.
Manager: 'இந்த வேலையை முடி.' Employee: 'சரி சார், நீங்கள் _______ செய்கிறேன்.'
The employee is agreeing to do as the manager 'said' (sonnapadi).
When would you say 'Sonnapadi sei'?
It is a command used for following directions or orders.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsIt depends on the tone. It's a direct command. To be safe, use 'seiyungal' with people you don't know well.
'Sonnapadi' means 'in the manner said', while 'Sonnadhai' means 'the thing that was said'. They are often interchangeable.
Yes, in a professional email, you can write 'நாங்கள் சொன்னபடி செய்கிறோம்' (We are doing as we said).
You say 'நீங்கள் சொன்னபடி செய்கிறேன்' (Neengal sonnapadi seigiren).
The opposite is 'Sonnapadi seiyavillai' (Did not do as said) or 'Sonnadhai ketkavillai' (Did not listen to what was said).
Yes, it is equally common in Sri Lankan Tamil, though the accent may differ.
Yes, it's perfect for referring back to written manuals or previous texts.
No, it can also mean 'to read' or 'step', but in this grammatical structure, it always means 'as' or 'according to'.
A very casual version is 'Sollra pecha kelu' (Listen to what is being said).
Yes: 'Sonnapadi seiyadhe' (Don't do as told - though this is rare).
Expressions liées
சொன்னபடி நட
similarBehave as told
சொன்ன பேச்சைக் கேள்
synonymListen to what is said
வாக்கு மாறாதே
contrastDon't go back on your word
முறைப்படி செய்
specialized formDo it according to the proper method
சொன்னதைச் செய்
similarDo what was said
