뜻
What we know is very little.
문화적 배경
The proverb is often seen inscribed on the walls of primary and secondary schools across Tamil Nadu to inspire students. Avvaiyar, the author, is a beloved figure often depicted as an old, wise woman. She is a symbol of wisdom that transcends age and gender. The story of the Jamun tree (Naval Pazham) is a popular 'Thiruvilaiyadal' (divine play) of Lord Murugan, making the proverb part of religious folklore. In the Tamil IT industry (Chennai/Bangalore), this phrase is used to describe the 'Continuous Learning' culture required for software engineering.
The Humility Hack
Use this phrase when you get a promotion. It makes you look wise and approachable to your new subordinates.
Don't Overuse
If you say it every time you learn a single word, it might sound insincere or like you're fishing for compliments.
뜻
What we know is very little.
The Humility Hack
Use this phrase when you get a promotion. It makes you look wise and approachable to your new subordinates.
Don't Overuse
If you say it every time you learn a single word, it might sound insincere or like you're fishing for compliments.
셀프 테스트
Fill in the missing word in the proverb.
கற்றது _________ அளவு.
The proverb specifically uses 'Kaimann' (handful of sand) as the measure.
Which situation best fits the use of this proverb?
A scientist just discovered a new planet and wants to show humility.
This proverb is the standard way to express intellectual humility in Tamil.
Complete the dialogue with the correct phrase.
மாணவன்: ஐயா, நான் எல்லா பாடங்களையும் படித்துவிட்டேன். ஆசிரியர்: நல்லது, ஆனால் ஒன்றை மறக்காதே, _________.
The teacher is reminding the student that there is always more to learn.
🎉 점수: /3
시각 학습 자료
Knowledge vs. Unknown
연습 문제 은행
3 연습 문제கற்றது _________ அளவு.
The proverb specifically uses 'Kaimann' (handful of sand) as the measure.
A scientist just discovered a new planet and wants to show humility.
This proverb is the standard way to express intellectual humility in Tamil.
மாணவன்: ஐயா, நான் எல்லா பாடங்களையும் படித்துவிட்டேன். ஆசிரியர்: நல்லது, ஆனால் ஒன்றை மறக்காதே, _________.
The teacher is reminding the student that there is always more to learn.
🎉 점수: /3
자주 묻는 질문
4 질문No, it is for everyone, especially experts and leaders, to remind them to stay humble.
She is a famous ancient Tamil poetess known for her wisdom and moral verses.
Yes, but it might sound a bit formal. It's better for meaningful conversations.
There isn't a direct opposite proverb, but 'அகந்தை' (Ego) represents the opposite mindset.
관련 표현
கல்லாதது உலகளவு
builds onWhat is unlearned is the size of the world.
கல்வி கரையில
synonymEducation has no shores (it is an infinite ocean).
தொட்டனைத் தூறும் மணற்கேணி
similarKnowledge flows like water from a sand-well as you dig deeper.
