뜻
Encouraging inquiry.
문화적 배경
In traditional schools (Gurukulams), questioning was a specific stage of learning called 'Vinathal'. It was considered the bridge between hearing and internalizing knowledge. The phrase 'Kēḷvi Kēḷ' is a popular sticker and t-shirt slogan in Tamil Nadu, representing the spirit of rationalism and social inquiry popularized by Periyar E.V. Ramasamy. In Sri Lankan Tamil dialects, the word 'Oru' (one) is often dropped, and the phrase becomes more clipped: 'Kēḷvi kēḷ'. In the diaspora (UK, Canada), parents use this phrase to encourage children to maintain their Tamil by asking questions in their native tongue rather than switching to English.
The 'Doubt' Culture
In Tamil Nadu, students rarely say 'I have a question.' They say 'I have a doubt' (Enakku oru santhekam). Use 'Santhekam kelu' to sound more like a local student.
Don't be too blunt
Just saying 'Kelvi kelu' to a stranger can sound like an interrogation. Soften it with 'Oru' (one) or 'Konjam' (a little).
뜻
Encouraging inquiry.
The 'Doubt' Culture
In Tamil Nadu, students rarely say 'I have a question.' They say 'I have a doubt' (Enakku oru santhekam). Use 'Santhekam kelu' to sound more like a local student.
Don't be too blunt
Just saying 'Kelvi kelu' to a stranger can sound like an interrogation. Soften it with 'Oru' (one) or 'Konjam' (a little).
셀프 테스트
Fill in the correct form of the verb 'kēḷ'.
தம்பி, ஒரு கேள்வி ______.
Since 'Thambi' (little brother) is younger, the informal singular 'kēḷu' is correct.
Which sentence is the most polite way to ask a teacher to ask a question?
How do you say 'Please ask a question' to a teacher?
The suffix '-uṅkaḷ' adds respect and formality.
Complete the dialogue.
A: எனக்குப் புரியவில்லை. B: அப்படியானால் ______.
If you don't understand (puriyavillai), you should ask a question.
🎉 점수: /3
시각 학습 자료
연습 문제 은행
3 연습 문제தம்பி, ஒரு கேள்வி ______.
Since 'Thambi' (little brother) is younger, the informal singular 'kēḷu' is correct.
How do you say 'Please ask a question' to a teacher?
The suffix '-uṅkaḷ' adds respect and formality.
A: எனக்குப் புரியவில்லை. B: அப்படியானால் ______.
If you don't understand (puriyavillai), you should ask a question.
🎉 점수: /3
자주 묻는 질문
3 질문No, if you say 'Paattu kelu', it means 'Listen to a song'. It only means 'Ask' when paired with 'Kelvi' or when asking for an object.
Yes, very often in 'mass' scenes where the hero challenges a villain's logic.
The formal version is 'Kelvi kelungal'.
관련 표현
பதில் சொல்லு
contrastGive an answer
சந்தேகம் கேள்
similarAsk a doubt
விவாதம் செய்
builds onTo debate
துருவித் துருவிக் கேள்
specialized formTo cross-examine / probe
