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எங்கள் — meaning in English: Our
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Our
ஆசை
āśai
பரிதி
pariti
பாராட்டுதல்
pārāṭṭuthal
குழந்தை
kuḻantai
எங்கள்
eṅkaḷ
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neutral
very common
Usage
The word 'எங்கள்' (eṅkaḷ) is commonly used in everyday conversations among Tamil speakers when expressing ownership or belonging. For instance, you might hear it during family gatherings when discussing shared experiences or possessions, such as 'எங்கள் வீட்டுக்கு வருங்கள்' (Come to our house). It can also be used in formal settings, like community meetings, to refer to collective opinions or decisions.
Synonyms & nuances
'எங்கள்' (eṅkaḷ) is similar to 'என்' (eṉ), which means 'my,' but 'எங்கள்' specifically denotes a shared sense of belonging among a group. You would choose 'எங்கள்' when speaking about things owned by multiple people, whereas 'என்' would be appropriate for individual ownership.
Culture
'எங்கள்' (eṅkaḷ) reflects the deeply communal nature of Tamil culture, where family and community ties are highly valued. This word is derived from the root 'என்' (eṉ), meaning 'my,' combined with a pluralizing suffix, emphasizing a sense of collective ownership. In a language where community is paramount, this word is a staple in expressing unity.
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