Signification
A promise to return.
Contexte culturel
Saying 'Goodbye' is avoided. 'Meendum varuven' is a more emphatic version of the standard 'Poittu varen'. The word 'Meendum' is used but 'Mila' or 'Thirumba' might be more frequent in specific northern dialects. The phrase is used frequently in business to build long-term relationships and trust. This phrase is often used by heroes in Tamil movies before a big fight or a long journey, adding a layer of 'heroism' to the words.
Smile while saying it
In Tamil culture, this phrase is a social lubricant. A smile makes the promise feel sincere.
Don't over-conjugate
Keep it simple. For beginners, 'Meendum varuven' is enough for almost any situation where you are the one returning.
Signification
A promise to return.
Smile while saying it
In Tamil culture, this phrase is a social lubricant. A smile makes the promise feel sincere.
Don't over-conjugate
Keep it simple. For beginners, 'Meendum varuven' is enough for almost any situation where you are the one returning.
Use 'Thirumba' for friends
If you want to sound more like a local in Chennai, use 'Thirumba varuven' instead of 'Meendum'.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank to say 'I will come again'.
நான் ______ வருவேன்.
'Meendum' means 'again', which completes the phrase.
How do you say 'We will come again'?
Choose the correct translation:
'Nangal' means 'We' and 'Varuvom' is the 'We' form of the verb.
Complete the dialogue at a restaurant.
Waiter: சாப்பாடு எப்படி இருக்கிறது? (How is the food?) Customer: மிகவும் நன்று! ________.
Saying 'I will come again' is the natural way to compliment a restaurant.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You are leaving a beautiful park and want to visit it next month.
This phrase expresses the intent to return to a place you liked.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesநான் ______ வருவேன்.
'Meendum' means 'again', which completes the phrase.
Choose the correct translation:
'Nangal' means 'We' and 'Varuvom' is the 'We' form of the verb.
Waiter: சாப்பாடு எப்படி இருக்கிறது? (How is the food?) Customer: மிகவும் நன்று! ________.
Saying 'I will come again' is the natural way to compliment a restaurant.
Situation: You are leaving a beautiful park and want to visit it next month.
This phrase expresses the intent to return to a place you liked.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
5 questionsIt is neutral. It's safe to use with both your boss and your friends.
Yes, but add 'Ippo' (now) or 'Anju nimishathula' (in 5 mins). 'Anju nimishathula thirumba varuven'.
'Meendum' is 'again/once more', 'Marupadiyum' is 'again/repeatedly'. They are mostly interchangeable.
Change it to 'Avar meendum varuvar'.
It's not rude, but 'Meendum varuven' or 'Poittu varen' sounds much warmer and more natural.
Expressions liées
போயிட்டு வரேன்
similarI will go and come (Goodbye)
திரும்ப வருவேன்
synonymI will come back
வரமாட்டேன்
contrastI will not come
சீக்கிரம் வருவேன்
builds onI will come soon
