Significado
Acknowledging information you already possess.
Contexto cultural
In many Tamil households, saying 'I know' to an elder's advice without 'Nandri' is considered 'edhirthu pesudhal' (talking back). In modern IT hubs like Chennai, this phrase is often used to signal efficiency and 'ownership' of a task. Sri Lankan Tamil speakers might use 'Om, enakku theriyum' (Yes, I know) where 'Om' acts as a polite affirmative alongside 'Nandri'. Second-generation Tamils often use 'Thanks, I know' in English, but switching to the Tamil version with elders is a sign of cultural preservation and respect.
The 'Already' Boost
Add 'ஏற்கனவே' (erkanave) before 'theriyum' to sound like a native speaker who is very well-informed.
The Arrogance Trap
Never skip the 'Nandri' when talking to elders or bosses, or you'll be labeled as 'thimiru' (arrogant).
Significado
Acknowledging information you already possess.
The 'Already' Boost
Add 'ஏற்கனவே' (erkanave) before 'theriyum' to sound like a native speaker who is very well-informed.
The Arrogance Trap
Never skip the 'Nandri' when talking to elders or bosses, or you'll be labeled as 'thimiru' (arrogant).
Body Language
A small, polite head nod while saying this phrase adds a lot of cultural authenticity.
Negation
If you don't know, say 'Enakku theriyaadhu'. It's just as important!
Teste-se
Fill in the correct subject for the phrase 'I know'.
______, எனக்குத் தெரியும்.
The phrase starts with 'Nandri' (Thanks) to be polite.
Which of these is the correct way to say 'I know' in Tamil?
Select the correct grammar:
Tamil uses the dative case (Enakku) with the verb 'Theriyum'.
Match the response to the situation.
Situation: Your boss reminds you of a deadline you are already working on.
This is the most professional and polite response.
Complete the dialogue between two friends.
Friend: 'நாளைக்கு மழை வரும்னு நியூஸ்ல சொன்னாங்க.' You: '________, ஏற்கனவே குடை எடுத்து வச்சிட்டேன்.'
The context of having already prepared an umbrella implies you already knew the news.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
Banco de exercicios
4 exercicios______, எனக்குத் தெரியும்.
The phrase starts with 'Nandri' (Thanks) to be polite.
Select the correct grammar:
Tamil uses the dative case (Enakku) with the verb 'Theriyum'.
Situation: Your boss reminds you of a deadline you are already working on.
This is the most professional and polite response.
Friend: 'நாளைக்கு மழை வரும்னு நியூஸ்ல சொன்னாங்க.' You: '________, ஏற்கனவே குடை எடுத்து வச்சிட்டேன்.'
The context of having already prepared an umbrella implies you already knew the news.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
10 perguntasGrammatically yes, but socially 'Nandri' makes it much more acceptable in Tamil culture.
Yes, but ensure your tone is respectful and not dismissive.
'Theriyum' is for facts/information. 'Puriyum' is for understanding concepts/feelings.
Say 'எனக்கு ஏற்கனவே தெரியும்' (Enakku erkanave theriyum).
Tamil uses the dative case for verbs of knowledge, meaning 'to me it is known'.
It is neutral. It can be used in both formal and informal settings depending on the tone.
Yes, 'Enakku avarai theriyum' means 'I know him'.
The opposite is 'எனக்குத் தெரியாது' (Enakku theriyaadhu - I don't know).
Yes, but in this phrase, it also acts as a politeness marker to soften the statement.
Yes, 'Theriyum vidu' is a common casual way to say 'I know, let it be'.
Frases relacionadas
எனக்கு ஏற்கனவே தெரியும்
builds onI already know
எனக்குத் தெரியாது
contrastI don't know
எனக்குத் தகவல் கிடைத்தது
specialized formI received the information
எனக்குப் புரியும்
similarI understand
தெரிந்து கொள்
builds onFind out / Learn
