Meaning
Claiming ownership of an object
Cultural Background
In traditional households, claiming something as 'mine' (ennudaiyadhu) is often replaced by 'ours' (nammudaiyadhu) to emphasize family unity. The pronunciation might be slightly more formal, and 'Enadhu' is used more frequently in daily speech compared to Tamil Nadu. On Instagram and Facebook, Tamil youth use 'Idhu Ennudaiyadhu' to mark their creative work or personal milestones. In a professional setting, clearly stating 'This is my responsibility' (Indha poruppu ennudaiyadhu) is seen as a sign of leadership and accountability.
The Spoken Shortcut
If you want to sound like a local, say 'ennōdadhu' instead of 'ennudaiyadhu'.
No People!
Never use this for your friends or family. It makes them sound like furniture.
Meaning
Claiming ownership of an object
The Spoken Shortcut
If you want to sound like a local, say 'ennōdadhu' instead of 'ennudaiyadhu'.
No People!
Never use this for your friends or family. It makes them sound like furniture.
Emphasize with 'Dhaan'
Add 'dhaan' at the end (ennudaiyadhu-dhaan) to say 'It's DEFINITELY mine'.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'mine'.
இந்த புத்தகம் ________. (This book is mine.)
'Ennudaiyadhu' is the correct form for 'mine' at the end of a sentence.
Which sentence is correct for 'These are mine'?
Choose the plural form:
'Ivai' (these) and 'ennudaiyavai' (mine-plural) must agree in number.
Complete the dialogue.
A: இது யாருடைய பை? B: ________.
The question asks 'Whose bag is this?', so the answer should be 'This is mine'.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You see your umbrella at a friend's house.
You use 'Adhu' (that) for something slightly away from you.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesஇந்த புத்தகம் ________. (This book is mine.)
'Ennudaiyadhu' is the correct form for 'mine' at the end of a sentence.
Choose the plural form:
'Ivai' (these) and 'ennudaiyavai' (mine-plural) must agree in number.
A: இது யாருடைய பை? B: ________.
The question asks 'Whose bag is this?', so the answer should be 'This is mine'.
You see your umbrella at a friend's house.
You use 'Adhu' (that) for something slightly away from you.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
5 questionsYes, 'Enadhu' is a shorter, more formal/literary version of 'Ennudaiyadhu'. Both are correct.
Yes, since animals are often treated with neuter pronouns in Tamil grammar, 'Idhu என்னுடையது' is acceptable for a pet.
Simply add 'illai' at the end: 'Idhu என்னுடையது இல்லை'.
Tamil is an agglutinative language; we build words by sticking small parts together (En + udaiya + thu).
Yes, if you are talking about a project or an idea you created, it sounds professional.
Related Phrases
இது உன்னுடையது
similarThis is yours.
இது நம்முடையது
similarThis is ours.
இது அவருடையது
similarThis is his/hers (formal).
இது யாருடையது?
specialized formWhose is this?
இது எனக்கே சொந்தம்
builds onThis belongs only to me.
