意味
Formal request to stay quiet
文化的背景
In many public spaces in Tamil Nadu, noise levels can be high. The sign 'அமைதி காக்கவும்' is a visual cue that the space is 'sacred' or 'professional', such as a temple sanctum or a government office. While Tamil cinema fans are known for being loud during 'mass' entries of stars, formal theaters will display 'அமைதி காக்கவும்' on the screen before the movie starts to encourage decorum. When major Tamil political leaders pass away, the successor or the police will repeatedly use this phrase on television to prevent emotional outbursts from turning into civil unrest. In Ashrams (like the Ramana Maharshi Ashram in Tiruvannamalai), silence is considered a form of meditation. 'Amaiti' here is not just 'no talking' but 'inner peace'.
Look for the '-vum'
Whenever you see a verb ending in '-vum' on a sign in Tamil Nadu, it's a formal instruction. It's the 'polite mode' of the language.
Don't be too stiff
If you use this with your Tamil friends, they might think you are acting like a boss or being sarcastic. Stick to 'Amaitiyā iru' for them.
意味
Formal request to stay quiet
Look for the '-vum'
Whenever you see a verb ending in '-vum' on a sign in Tamil Nadu, it's a formal instruction. It's the 'polite mode' of the language.
Don't be too stiff
If you use this with your Tamil friends, they might think you are acting like a boss or being sarcastic. Stick to 'Amaitiyā iru' for them.
The Power of 'Ka'
Understanding that 'Ka' means 'to guard' helps you realize that silence is seen as a collective treasure in formal Tamil culture.
自分をテスト
Fill in the blank with the correct formal form.
நூலகத்தில் அனைவரும் _______ காக்கவும்.
'Amaiti' (silence) is the standard word used with 'kākkavum' in a library.
Which of these is the most appropriate for a hospital sign?
Choose the best option:
'Amaiti kākkavum' is the only formal option suitable for a public institution like a hospital.
Match the phrase to the correct situation.
Phrase: 'பொதுமக்கள் அமைதி காக்க வேண்டுகிறோம்'
The phrase 'Vēṇṭukirōm' (we request) and 'Amaiti kākka' are typical of official public appeals.
Complete the dialogue in a formal courtroom setting.
Clerk: 'நீதிபதி வருகிறார்...' Public: (Stands up) Clerk: '...அனைவரும் _______.'
Courtroom protocol requires a formal request for silence.
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Where to see 'அமைதி காக்கவும்'
Public Buildings
- • Library
- • Court
- • Hospital
Spiritual
- • Temple
- • Meditation Hall
- • Ashram
練習問題バンク
4 問題நூலகத்தில் அனைவரும் _______ காக்கவும்.
'Amaiti' (silence) is the standard word used with 'kākkavum' in a library.
Choose the best option:
'Amaiti kākkavum' is the only formal option suitable for a public institution like a hospital.
Phrase: 'பொதுமக்கள் அமைதி காக்க வேண்டுகிறோம்'
The phrase 'Vēṇṭukirōm' (we request) and 'Amaiti kākka' are typical of official public appeals.
Clerk: 'நீதிபதி வருகிறார்...' Public: (Stands up) Clerk: '...அனைவரும் _______.'
Courtroom protocol requires a formal request for silence.
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よくある質問
5 問No, it is much more polite. It is like saying 'Please maintain silence' in a professional setting. 'Shut up' would be 'Vāyai mūṭu'.
Yes, if you are writing a formal email to employees or students about behavior in a hall or meeting, it is very appropriate.
Just saying 'Amaiti' is like just saying 'Silence!' in English. It's a bit abrupt. Adding 'kākkavum' makes it a complete, polite sentence.
'Amaiti' is more general (peace/quiet), while 'Maunam' is specifically the absence of speech, often for religious reasons.
Yes, it is standard formal Tamil used across all Tamil-speaking regions including Sri Lanka, Singapore, and Malaysia.
関連フレーズ
அமைதியாக இருக்கவும்
similarPlease be quiet
மௌனம் காக்கவும்
specialized formMaintain a vow of silence
சத்தம் போடாதே
contrastDon't make noise
நிசப்தம் பேணவும்
synonymMaintain absolute stillness
