Signification
Valuing something highly
Contexte culturel
There is an immense cultural pressure to 'give importance to studies' (paḍippukku mukkiyathuvam koḍu). This is often seen as the only path to social mobility. In Tamil culture, guests are given the highest importance. This is reflected in the phrase 'Virundhombal'. With the rise of the IT sector in Chennai, 'giving importance to work-life balance' is a trending topic. Movies often revolve around the hero giving importance to 'Manaivi' (wife) or 'Thaai' (mother) vs 'Nanban' (friend).
The Dative Rule
Always remember the '-ku' suffix. Without it, the sentence sounds like 'Importance give study' instead of 'Give importance TO study'.
Don't use for people
If you want to say you value a person, use 'madhippu kodu' (give respect) or 'mariyadhai kodu'. 'Mukkiyathuvam' can sound like you are using them for a purpose.
Signification
Valuing something highly
The Dative Rule
Always remember the '-ku' suffix. Without it, the sentence sounds like 'Importance give study' instead of 'Give importance TO study'.
Don't use for people
If you want to say you value a person, use 'madhippu kodu' (give respect) or 'mariyadhai kodu'. 'Mukkiyathuvam' can sound like you are using them for a purpose.
Formal vs Informal
In a text message, just use 'Mukkiyam kodu'. In an essay, use 'Mukkiyathuvam kodu' or 'Mukkiyathuvam ali'.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the object.
நீ உன் _________ (ஆரோக்கியம்) முக்கியத்துவம் கொடுக்க வேண்டும்.
The phrase 'mukkiyathuvam kodu' requires the dative case (-ku).
Which sentence is the most natural way to say 'Give importance to time'?
நேரத்திற்கு...
'Kodu' (give) is the standard verb paired with 'mukkiyathuvam'.
Match the advice to the situation.
Situation: A friend is failing their exams.
If someone is failing exams, they need to prioritize studies (paḍippu).
Complete the dialogue.
Manager: 'இந்த ப்ராஜெக்ட்டில் நாம் எதற்கு முக்கியத்துவம் கொடுக்க வேண்டும்?' Employee: 'நாம் _________ முக்கியத்துவம் கொடுக்க வேண்டும்.'
In a project context, 'quality' (tharam) is the most logical priority.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesநீ உன் _________ (ஆரோக்கியம்) முக்கியத்துவம் கொடுக்க வேண்டும்.
The phrase 'mukkiyathuvam kodu' requires the dative case (-ku).
நேரத்திற்கு...
'Kodu' (give) is the standard verb paired with 'mukkiyathuvam'.
Situation: A friend is failing their exams.
If someone is failing exams, they need to prioritize studies (paḍippu).
Manager: 'இந்த ப்ராஜெக்ட்டில் நாம் எதற்கு முக்கியத்துவம் கொடுக்க வேண்டும்?' Employee: 'நாம் _________ முக்கியத்துவம் கொடுக்க வேண்டும்.'
In a project context, 'quality' (tharam) is the most logical priority.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
5 questionsIt is neutral to formal. It's perfectly fine for both a business meeting and a chat with your parents.
Yes, 'mukkiyam kodu' is the shorter, more casual version used in daily conversation.
The opposite is 'alatchiyam sei' (to neglect) or 'mukkiyathuvam kodukkaadhe' (don't give importance).
Because in Tamil grammar, importance is something you give 'to' a destination. The '-ku' marks that destination.
Yes, e.g., 'உணர்ச்சிகளுக்கு முக்கியத்துவம் கொடு' (Give importance to feelings).
Expressions liées
முன்னுரிமை கொடு
similarTo give priority
கவனம் செலுத்து
similarTo pay attention
அலட்சியம் செய்
contrastTo neglect or ignore
மதிப்பு கொடு
similarTo give respect/value
