Signification
Asking if there is anything more needed.
Contexte culturel
In Tamil homes, it's common for hosts to ask 'Vēṟa ētatāvatu?' multiple times during a meal. It's considered polite to refuse at least once before accepting more. Known for elaborate feasts, the phrase is used here to guide guests through the many courses of a traditional meal. The phrase is often shortened to 'Vēṟe yētum?' and is used with a distinct rising intonation that is softer than the Indian Tamil counterpart. In the hawker centers, you'll hear this phrase mixed with English or Malay, but 'Vēṟa ētatāvatu?' remains the core for Tamil speakers.
The Nod
In Tamil Nadu, a slight side-to-side head nod often accompanies this question.
Don't be too blunt
Just saying 'Vēṟa?' can sound like you're in a hurry. Use the full phrase to be polite.
Signification
Asking if there is anything more needed.
The Nod
In Tamil Nadu, a slight side-to-side head nod often accompanies this question.
Don't be too blunt
Just saying 'Vēṟa?' can sound like you're in a hurry. Use the full phrase to be polite.
The 'Vēṇumā' trick
Always add 'vēṇumā' (do you want) at the end if you are offering something. It sounds much more natural.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word to ask 'Anything else?'
வேற _______?
'Ētatāvatu' means 'something/anything', completing the phrase.
Which of these is the most polite way to ask a customer if they want more?
Select the best option:
Adding 'vēṇumā' (do you want) makes it a polite, complete question.
Complete the dialogue between a waiter and a customer.
Waiter: 'சார், காபி வந்தாச்சு. வேற ஏதாவது?' Customer: '_______'
The customer responds to the 'anything else' by ordering something more.
Match the phrase to the correct situation.
Situation: You are finishing a presentation and want to see if there are questions.
'Kēḷvikaḷ' means questions, making it appropriate for a presentation.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Where to use 'Vēṟa ētatāvatu?'
Places
- • Hotels
- • Shops
- • Offices
- • Homes
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesவேற _______?
'Ētatāvatu' means 'something/anything', completing the phrase.
Select the best option:
Adding 'vēṇumā' (do you want) makes it a polite, complete question.
Waiter: 'சார், காபி வந்தாச்சு. வேற ஏதாவது?' Customer: '_______'
The customer responds to the 'anything else' by ordering something more.
Situation: You are finishing a presentation and want to see if there are questions.
'Kēḷvikaḷ' means questions, making it appropriate for a presentation.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
4 questionsYes, 'Vēṟa' is the colloquial spoken form of the formal word 'Vēṟu'.
In a casual email, yes. In a formal one, use 'Mēlum ētēnum'.
You say 'Vēṟa onnum illai' or simply 'Avvaḷutān' (That's all).
'Vēṟa' means 'different/other', while 'Innum' means 'more/still'.
Expressions liées
வேற என்ன?
similarWhat else?
இன்னும் ஏதாவது?
similarAnything more?
வேற ஒன்னும் இல்ல
contrastNothing else.
மேலும் ஏதேனும்
specialized formAnything further.
