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தமிழ் மொழியின் முதல் அறிகுறி பற்றிய எந்த உண்மையை பேசுகின்றது?
தமிழ் மொழியின் முதல் அறிகுறி பற்றிய எந்த உண்மையை பேசுகின்றது?
எவ்வியை உரு: 'Tamil also includes a complex system of vowel combinations called 'palindromes'' போல, தமிழ் மொழியில் 'palindromes' என்பது என்ன?
எவ்வியை உரு: 'Tamil also includes a complex system of vowel combinations called 'palindromes'' போல, தமிழ் மொழியில் 'palindromes' என்பது என்ன?
'Tamil uses a script derived from Brahmi' - இந்த அர்டிக்கில் 'Brahmi' இரு எழு-ஆ, ஐ, ெ, ொ, ௌ, ை, ோ, - இ. இ. 18, 5.
'Tamil uses a script derived from Brahmi' - இந்த அர்டிக்கில் 'Brahmi' இரு எழு-ஆ, ஐ, ெ, ொ, ௌ, ை, ோ, - இ. இ. 18, 5.
'Tamil grammar is a highly inflected system' - 'inflected' என்பது என்ன?
'Tamil grammar is a highly inflected system' - 'inflected' என்பது என்ன?
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'Tamil has eight cases' - 'cases' -?
'Tamil has eight cases' - 'cases' -?
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'Sangam literature' - 'Sangam' -?
'Sangam literature' - 'Sangam' -?
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தமிழ் மொழியின் எழுத்துக்கள் எத்தனை தனித்துவமான உருப்படைப்பு முறைகளைக் கொண்டுள்ளன?
தமிழ் மொழியின் எழுத்துக்கள் எத்தனை தனித்துவமான உருப்படைப்பு முறைகளைக் கொண்டுள்ளன?
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தமிழ் இலக்கியங்களில் எந்த வகை இலக்கியங்கள் அதிகமாக இடம்பெற்றுள்ளன?
தமிழ் இலக்கியங்களில் எந்த வகை இலக்கியங்கள் அதிகமாக இடம்பெற்றுள்ளன?
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"சிலப்பதிகாரம்" என்பது எந்த வகையான இலக்கியமாகும்?
"சிலப்பதிகாரம்" என்பது எந்த வகையான இலக்கியமாகும்?
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தமிழ் மொழியின் வார்த்தை வளம் எவ்வளவு சுமாராக இருக்கலாம் என மதிப்பிடப்பட்டுள்ளது?
தமிழ் மொழியின் வார்த்தை வளம் எவ்வளவு சுமாராக இருக்கலாம் என மதிப்பிடப்பட்டுள்ளது?
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"பெரியபுராணம்" என்பது எந்த வகையான இலக்கியம்?
"பெரியபுராணம்" என்பது எந்த வகையான இலக்கியம்?
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தமிழ் இலக்கிய வரலாறு எத்தனை ஆயிரம் ஆண்டுகளுக்கும் மேலான கால அளவைக் கொண்டுள்ளது?
தமிழ் இலக்கிய வரலாறு எத்தனை ஆயிரம் ஆண்டுகளுக்கும் மேலான கால அளவைக் கொண்டுள்ளது?
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Study Notes
Introduction
Tamil is the official language of India's two southern states, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, as well as the primary spoken language in Sri Lanka's northern and eastern provinces. It is part of the Dravidian family of languages, which also includes Malayalam, Telugu, Kannada, and others. Tamil is an ancient language with a rich history and culture, having existed for over 2000 years. In this article, we will explore the various aspects of the Tamil language, including its origin, grammar, vocabulary, literary works, and more.
Origin of Tamil
The origins of the Tamil language are not well documented, but it is believed to have evolved from earlier Dravidian languages around 4th or 6th century BCE. The earliest known Tamil text is the Sangam literature, which dates back to 2nd or 3rd century CE. These texts consist of poetry that describes social life and customs during the early stages of Tamil civilization.
Grammar and Phonetics
Tamil grammar is a highly inflected system, where word endings provide information about tense, case, gender, number, and person. It has eight cases: nominative, accusative, genitive, dative, ablative, instrumental, locative, and vocative. Tamil also includes a complex system of vowel combinations called "palindromes," which play a crucial role in understanding the meaning of certain words and phrases.
Tamil uses a script derived from Brahmi, one of the oldest scripts used in India. This script consists of 18 letters and five vowels. Over time, the script has undergone several changes, leading to the formation of different styles such as Grantha, Chola, Pandyan, and Nattukottai Chettinad.
Vocabulary and Literature
Tamil has a vast vocabulary with approximately 700,000 words. Its literary tradition spans over two millennia and encompasses diverse forms such as poetry, prose, drama, and epics. Some notable works include:
Sangam literature: Consists of poems on love, war, nature, and other themes.
Epic works: "Cilappathikaram" and "Agananuru" focus on romance and moral values respectively.
Literary Classics: "Periyapuranam", "Thirumuraigal" and "Manimekalai" are famous classics that cover various aspects of Tamil society and spirituality.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Tamil is a rich, ancient language with a vibrant history and culture that continues to be celebrated in contemporary times. With its unique phonetic system, extensive vocabulary, and diverse literary traditions, Tamil remains an important part of the Indian subcontinent's linguistic heritage. Whether you are interested in learning the language, appreciating its literature or studying its historical significance, there is much to discover about this fascinating language.
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Test your knowledge on the origin, grammar, phonetics, vocabulary, and literature of the ancient Tamil language. Explore the rich history and cultural significance of Tamil through this quiz.
