Signification
Cleaning teeth using a brush.
Contexte culturel
Many people still prefer 'Veppankuchi' (Neem sticks) over plastic brushes, believing it prevents all dental diseases. Strict rules exist about 'Madi' (ritual purity), where brushing and bathing must be completed before entering the kitchen. The influence of English is high; 'Brush pannu' is often used interchangeably with 'Pal vilakku' in casual talk. The 'Naladiyar' mentions dental hygiene as a sign of a disciplined person.
Verb Agreement
Always remember to change the ending of 'vilakku' based on who is brushing (I, you, he, she).
The 'Lamp' Connection
If you forget the word, just remember the word for 'lamp' (vilakku) and 'tooth' (pal).
Signification
Cleaning teeth using a brush.
Verb Agreement
Always remember to change the ending of 'vilakku' based on who is brushing (I, you, he, she).
The 'Lamp' Connection
If you forget the word, just remember the word for 'lamp' (vilakku) and 'tooth' (pal).
Don't say 'Kazhuvu'
Avoid saying 'pal kazhuvu' (wash teeth); it sounds very strange to native speakers.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'பல் விளக்கு'.
நான் தினமும் காலையில் ___________.
The subject is 'நான்' (I), so the verb must end in 'கிறேன்'.
Which sentence is a polite command?
Choose the correct polite form:
The suffix '-ங்கள்' makes a command polite or formal.
Complete the dialogue.
அம்மா: கண்ணா, நீ பல் விளக்கிவிட்டாயா? கண்ணன்: இல்லை அம்மா, இனிமேல்தான் ___________.
Kannan says 'not yet' (இல்லை), so he is 'going to brush' (விளக்கப் போகிறேன்).
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: A dentist giving advice.
Dentists use formal language ('துலக்குங்கள்') and give specific advice ('gently').
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesநான் தினமும் காலையில் ___________.
The subject is 'நான்' (I), so the verb must end in 'கிறேன்'.
Choose the correct polite form:
The suffix '-ங்கள்' makes a command polite or formal.
அம்மா: கண்ணா, நீ பல் விளக்கிவிட்டாயா? கண்ணன்: இல்லை அம்மா, இனிமேல்தான் ___________.
Kannan says 'not yet' (இல்லை), so he is 'going to brush' (விளக்கப் போகிறேன்).
Situation: A dentist giving advice.
Dentists use formal language ('துலக்குங்கள்') and give specific advice ('gently').
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
5 questionsNo, it can be used for sticks, fingers, or brushes. It refers to the act of cleaning/polishing.
It's a regional variation. 'Theyi' means to rub/scrub. It's common in western Tamil Nadu.
No. For a car, you would use 'kazhuvu' (wash) or 'thudai' (wipe). 'Vilakku' is for teeth and metal vessels.
The most formal way is 'பல் துலக்குதல்' (Pal thulakkudhal).
You say 'நான் பல் விளக்க மறந்துவிட்டேன்' (Naan pal vilakka marandhu-vitten).
Expressions liées
வாய் கொப்பளி
similarTo rinse the mouth or gargle.
முகம் கழுவு
builds onTo wash the face.
பல் துலக்கு
synonymTo brush teeth (formal).
பாத்திரம் விளக்கு
specialized formTo wash/scrub vessels.
