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To leave a place quickly.
문화적 배경
'Joot' is a hallmark of Madras Bashai, a dialect that blends Tamil with English, Telugu, and Urdu. It reflects the city's history as a colonial port and a melting pot of cultures. Cinema has been the primary vehicle for spreading 'Joot' across Tamil Nadu. It is often used by 'mass' heroes to show they are clever and quick. Second-generation Tamils in the UK, Canada, and Singapore often use 'Joot' as a way to connect with their 'cool' Tamil roots, even if they don't speak formal Tamil well. In colleges, 'Joot' is part of a wider set of slang terms like 'Mokka' (boring) and 'Gethu' (pride/cool). It defines the 'in-group' language of students.
The Hand Gesture
When saying 'Joot,' a slight flick of your hand or a 'peace' sign moving away adds a lot of native authenticity.
Know Your Audience
Never use this with your Tamil teacher or in a formal interview; it's strictly for the streets and friends.
뜻
To leave a place quickly.
The Hand Gesture
When saying 'Joot,' a slight flick of your hand or a 'peace' sign moving away adds a lot of native authenticity.
Know Your Audience
Never use this with your Tamil teacher or in a formal interview; it's strictly for the streets and friends.
Chennai Vibes
Using 'Joot' correctly instantly gives you 'Chennai street cred' among locals.
셀프 테스트
Choose the correct verb to complete the slang phrase.
மழை வருது, சீக்கிரம் ஜூட் ______!
'Joot' is almost always paired with 'vidu' (let/leave) in Tamil slang.
Match the situation to the correct use of 'Joot'.
You see your teacher coming while you are chatting with friends.
'Joot vidu' is the perfect response to escape a situation where you might get in trouble.
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'Joot'.
அவன் பில் கட்டாமலேயே ______ விட்டுட்டான்.
'Joot vittuttaan' means he bolted/escaped.
Complete the dialogue.
A: மீட்டிங் ரொம்ப மொக்கையா இருக்கு. B: ஆமா, நாம ______?
'Joot viduvoma' is a common way to suggest escaping a boring situation.
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연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제மழை வருது, சீக்கிரம் ஜூட் ______!
'Joot' is almost always paired with 'vidu' (let/leave) in Tamil slang.
You see your teacher coming while you are chatting with friends.
'Joot vidu' is the perfect response to escape a situation where you might get in trouble.
அவன் பில் கட்டாமலேயே ______ விட்டுட்டான்.
'Joot vittuttaan' means he bolted/escaped.
A: மீட்டிங் ரொம்ப மொக்கையா இருக்கு. B: ஆமா, நாம ______?
'Joot viduvoma' is a common way to suggest escaping a boring situation.
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자주 묻는 질문
10 질문It's a slang word, not found in classical dictionaries, but widely used in spoken Tamil.
Yes! It's very common in WhatsApp and social media comments.
The formal version is 'புறப்படுதல்' (Purappadudhal) or 'கிளம்புதல்' (Kilambudhal).
Not exactly. It means 'to leave quickly' or 'to bolt.' 'Odu' is the word for 'to run'.
It can be seen as disrespectful if used with elders or superiors, but it's friendly among peers.
No, that sounds unnatural. Always use 'Joot vidu'.
Yes, thanks to movies, people all over Tamil Nadu and the diaspora understand and use it.
You say 'Naan joot vittuten'.
The word 'Joot' doesn't change, but the verb 'vidu' does (e.g., 'Joot vidunga' for plural/polite).
There isn't a direct slang opposite, but 'Appadiye iru' (Stay right there) could be considered one.
관련 표현
எஸ்கேப் ஆகு (Escape aagu)
synonymTo escape
கிளம்பு (Kilambu)
similarTo leave
காத்துல பற (Kaathula para)
figurativeTo fly in the wind
நழுவு (Nazhuvu)
similarTo slip away
ஓட்டம் பிடி (Ottam pidi)
similarTo take flight/run
