मतलब
The meal eaten at night.
सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि
Dinner is usually eaten late, often between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM. It is common to eat light foods like Idli or Dosa rather than rice. In Sri Lanka, dinner might include 'Pittu' or 'String Hoppers' (Idi-appam) with spicy curries, reflecting local ingredients like coconut. In Western countries, the 'Iravu Unavu' might become more Westernized, but traditional dishes are still preferred on weekends or special occasions. During certain fasting days (Viradham), 'Iravu Unavu' might be skipped entirely or replaced with fruits and milk.
Keep it Simple
As a beginner, just remember 'Iravu' = Night. If you forget 'Unavu', you can even say 'Iravu saappaadu'.
Don't say 'Night Food'
While it's the literal translation, always think of it as the single concept 'Dinner'.
मतलब
The meal eaten at night.
Keep it Simple
As a beginner, just remember 'Iravu' = Night. If you forget 'Unavu', you can even say 'Iravu saappaadu'.
Don't say 'Night Food'
While it's the literal translation, always think of it as the single concept 'Dinner'.
Restaurant Secret
In Tamil Nadu restaurants, 'Dinner' is often served after 7 PM. If you ask for 'Iravu Unavu' at 5 PM, they might say it's not ready yet!
The Guest Rule
If you are at a Tamil person's house in the evening, expect to be asked 'Iravu unavu saapidreengala?' (Will you have dinner?). It's polite to accept at least a little!
खुद को परखो
Fill in the blank with the correct word for 'Night'.
_____ உணவு மிகவும் சுவையாக இருக்கிறது.
'Iravu' means night, making the phrase 'Iravu unavu' (Dinner).
Which sentence means 'I want dinner'?
Choose the correct Tamil translation:
'Vendum' means 'want' or 'need'.
Match the Tamil phrase to its English meaning.
Match the following:
These are the three main meals of the day in Tamil.
Complete the dialogue.
அம்மா: இரவு உணவு தயார்! மகன்: சரி அம்மா, நான் _____ வருகிறேன்.
The son says 'I am coming to eat' (saappida) because dinner is ready.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
विज़ुअल लर्निंग टूल्स
Formal vs Informal Dinner
अभ्यास बैंक
4 अभ्यास_____ உணவு மிகவும் சுவையாக இருக்கிறது.
'Iravu' means night, making the phrase 'Iravu unavu' (Dinner).
Choose the correct Tamil translation:
'Vendum' means 'want' or 'need'.
बाईं ओर के प्रत्येक आइटम को दाईं ओर के उसके जोड़े से मिलाएं:
These are the three main meals of the day in Tamil.
அம்மா: இரவு உணவு தயார்! மகன்: சரி அம்மா, நான் _____ வருகிறேன்.
The son says 'I am coming to eat' (saappida) because dinner is ready.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
14 सवालIt is neutral to formal. It's the standard term used in books and news, but perfectly fine for daily life.
Yes, in cities like Chennai, most people will understand the English word 'Dinner', but using the Tamil term is much better for learning.
'Unavu' is more formal/standard, while 'Saappaadu' is more colloquial and common in speech.
Usually no. Light items like Dosa, Idli, or Chappathi are more common for 'Iravu Unavu'.
You say 'Naan iravu unavu saappittean' (நான் இரவு உணவு சாப்பிட்டேன்).
Tamil doesn't distinguish between dinner and supper; 'Iravu Unavu' covers both.
Generally anytime after sunset (6 PM) until midnight.
No, that would be 'Nisi unavu' or just 'snacks'. 'Unavu' implies a full meal.
Ask 'Iravu unavirku enna?' (இரவு உணவிற்கு என்ன?)
Yes, it is the standard term for Tamil speakers in Sri Lanka as well.
No, Tamil doesn't use articles like 'the' or 'a' in this context.
They will understand, but it sounds like a literal translation. Stick to 'Dinner'.
It is usually used in the singular, even if many people are eating.
It is called 'Iravu unavu virundhu' (இரவு உணவு விருந்து).
संबंधित मुहावरे
காலை உணவு
similarBreakfast
மதிய உணவு
similarLunch
விருந்து
specialized formFeast
சிற்றுண்டி
contrastSnack/Tiffin
பசி
builds onHunger
