Signification
Expressing full agreement with a point.
Contexte culturel
In Tamil culture, nodding the head vertically while saying 'Muttrilum Sari' is a sign of deep respect and active listening. Sri Lankan Tamils might use 'Om, Om' (Yes, Yes) alongside 'Muttrilum Sari' to show emphatic agreement. In modern Chennai tech hubs, 'Muttrilum Sari' is often used to bridge the gap between traditional respect and modern professional efficiency. The concept of 'Mutru' (completeness) is a major theme in Tamil grammar (Tholkappiyam), where a finished thought is called 'Mutru-eccam'.
The 'Concede and Pivot'
Use 'Muttrilum sari, aanal...' (Completely right, but...) to sound like a master debater.
Don't overdo it
Using it every 2 minutes makes you sound like a 'yes-man'. Mix it up with 'Aama' or 'Unmai'.
Signification
Expressing full agreement with a point.
The 'Concede and Pivot'
Use 'Muttrilum sari, aanal...' (Completely right, but...) to sound like a master debater.
Don't overdo it
Using it every 2 minutes makes you sound like a 'yes-man'. Mix it up with 'Aama' or 'Unmai'.
Body Language
A slight tilt of the head to the side while saying this adds a layer of 'I understand your wisdom'.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank to complete the formal agreement.
நீங்கள் சொன்ன கருத்து _______ சரி.
'Muttrilum' is the standard intensifier for 'Sari' in this context.
Which of these is the most formal way to agree with a professor?
Professor: 'இந்த ஆராய்ச்சி மிகவும் முக்கியமானது.' (This research is very important.)
It uses the formal intensifier and the respectful title 'Aiya'.
Complete the dialogue in a workplace setting.
Manager: 'நாம் நேரத்தை மிச்சப்படுத்த வேண்டும்.' (We need to save time.) You: '__________'
This shows agreement followed by a constructive suggestion.
🎉 Score : /3
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
3 exercicesநீங்கள் சொன்ன கருத்து _______ சரி.
'Muttrilum' is the standard intensifier for 'Sari' in this context.
Professor: 'இந்த ஆராய்ச்சி மிகவும் முக்கியமானது.' (This research is very important.)
It uses the formal intensifier and the respectful title 'Aiya'.
Manager: 'நாம் நேரத்தை மிச்சப்படுத்த வேண்டும்.' (We need to save time.) You: '__________'
This shows agreement followed by a constructive suggestion.
🎉 Score : /3
Questions fréquentes
5 questionsYes, especially in courtroom dramas or when a wise character gives advice.
You can, but it might sound a bit formal. 'Sari dhaan' is more natural for friends.
'Correct-u' is English-influenced slang. 'Sari' is pure Tamil.
Yes! It works exactly the same way. 'Thappu' means wrong.
It is perfect for a job interview. It shows you are professional.
Expressions liées
உண்மைதான்
similarThat is true
நிச்சயமாக
builds onCertainly
ஒப்புக்கொள்கிறேன்
specialized formI agree
நூற்றுக்கு நூறு
synonym100 percent
