Signification
A formal and traditional Tamil greeting.
Contexte culturel
It is the standard greeting used in all formal and informal settings. Used identically, though pronunciation might vary slightly by region. Used as a way to identify fellow Tamils in foreign countries. A symbol of pride and cultural preservation.
Smile!
Always smile when saying Vanakkam. It makes the greeting authentic.
Hands together
If you are in a formal setting, press your palms together.
Signification
A formal and traditional Tamil greeting.
Smile!
Always smile when saying Vanakkam. It makes the greeting authentic.
Hands together
If you are in a formal setting, press your palms together.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct greeting.
_____, என் பெயர் ரவி.
Vanakkam is the correct greeting to start a sentence.
Which is the most polite way to greet a teacher?
How do you greet a teacher?
Vanakkam is the standard polite greeting.
Match the greeting to the situation.
Match: 1. Teacher, 2. Friend, 3. Stranger
Vanakkam is universal.
Complete the dialogue.
A: _____. B: வணக்கம், எப்படி இருக்கிறீர்கள்?
Greeting requires a greeting in return.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercices_____, என் பெயர் ரவி.
Vanakkam is the correct greeting to start a sentence.
How do you greet a teacher?
Vanakkam is the standard polite greeting.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
Vanakkam is universal.
A: _____. B: வணக்கம், எப்படி இருக்கிறீர்கள்?
Greeting requires a greeting in return.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsYes, it is universal.
No, use it for everyone.
No, it is invariant.
No, but Vanakkam is more polite.
Just say it when you remember.
Yes, very often.
Yes, it is very common.
It has roots in respect, but is secular.
Say Vanakkam back.
Yes, it is very professional.
Expressions liées
நன்றி
builds onThank you
போய் வருகிறேன்
contrastI am leaving
நலமா?
builds onAre you well?
வாழ்க வளமுடன்
similarLive prosperously
