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In our journey to learn Tamil, understanding how to ask questions is crucial. Questions are the doorway to communication, allowing us to engage with others, gather information, and express curiosity about the world around us. In this lesson, titled "Interrogation," we will explore the structure and formation of questions in Tamil. We will learn about the various question words, sentence structures, and common interrogative phrases that will empower you to converse effectively in Tamil.


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This lesson is designed for complete beginners, so don't worry if you feel overwhelmed at first. We'll take it step by step, ensuring that by the end, you'll have a solid grasp of how to ask questions in Tamil.


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As a Tamil language teacher with over 20 years of experience, I am excited to teach you how to ask questions in Tamil. This lesson is a part of the "Complete 0 to A1 Tamil Course" for beginners, which aims to help you become proficient in Tamil.
=== Importance of Interrogation in Tamil ===
 
Asking questions in any language not only helps us learn but also builds connections with others. In Tamil, like in many languages, the way we ask questions can vary depending on what we want to know and the context in which we are communicating.
 
* '''Interrogative words''': These are essential components of questions, such as "who," "what," "where," "when," "why," and "how."
 
* '''Sentence structure''': Understanding the basic sentence structure in Tamil will help you form questions correctly.
 
* '''Cultural context''': Asking questions in Tamil also involves understanding cultural nuances, which can enhance your communication skills.
 
Let's dive into the details!
 
=== Interrogative Words in Tamil ===
 
Interrogative words are the building blocks of questions. Below is a list of common Tamil interrogative words along with their English translations and pronunciations.
 
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! Tamil !! Pronunciation !! English
 
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| யார் || yāṉ || Who
 
|-
 
| என்ன || eṉṉa || What
 
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| எங்கு || eṅku || Where
 
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| எப்போது || eppōtu || When
 
|-
 
| ஏன் || ēṉ || Why
 
|-
 
| எப்படி || eppaṭi || How
 
|}
 
These words can be combined with other parts of the sentence to form complete questions. Let's explore some examples.
 
=== Basic Question Structure ===
 
In Tamil, the sentence structure generally follows a Subject-Object-Verb (SOV) order. When forming questions, this structure can be maintained, but it often includes a question word at the beginning or end of the sentence.
 
* '''Example''':
 
* "Who is he?" translates to "அவன் யார்?" (avaṉ yāṉ?).
 
* The structure remains straightforward, but the inclusion of the interrogative word makes it a question.
 
Let's look at a few more examples.
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Tamil !! Pronunciation !! English
 
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| நீ எங்கே இருக்கிறாய்? || nī eṅkē irukkiṟāy? || Where are you?
 
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| அவன் என்ன செய்யிறான்? || avaṉ eṉṉa seyyiṟāṉ? || What is he doing?
 
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| நீங்கள் ஏன் வரவில்லை? || nīṅkaḷ ēṉ varavillai? || Why did you not come?
 
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| இன்று எப்போது வெளியே போகிறாய்? || iṉṟu eppōtu veḷiyē pōkiṟāy? || When are you going out today?
 
|}
 
=== Forming Questions with Verbs ===
 
When asking questions related to actions, we often include verbs. Here are some examples:
 
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! Tamil !! Pronunciation !! English
 
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| நீ என்ன படிக்கிறாய்? || nī eṉṉa paṭikkiṟāy? || What are you studying?
 
|-
 
| அவன் எப்போது வரும்? || avaṉ eppōtu varum? || When will he come?
 
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| நீங்கள் எப்படி இருக்கிறீர்கள்? || nīṅkaḷ eppaṭi irukkiṟīrkaḷ? || How are you?
 
|}
 
=== Yes/No Questions ===
 
In Tamil, yes/no questions can be formed by adding specific particles at the end of the statement. The most common particle used is "ஆயா?" (āyā?), which can be added to indicate a question.
 
* '''Example''':
 
* "You are coming." translates to "நீ வருகிறாய்." (nī varukiṟāy).
 
* To make it a question: "Are you coming?" becomes "நீ வருகிறாயா?" (nī varukiṟāyā?).
 
Here are more examples of yes/no questions:
 
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! Tamil !! Pronunciation !! English
 
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| நீ டேவிட் அல்லவா? || nī ṭēviṭ aḷḷavā? || You are David, right?
 
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| அது உண்மை அல்லவா? || atu uṇmai aḷḷavā? || That is true, isn't it?
 
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| நீங்கள் இங்கே வருகிறீர்களா? || nīṅkaḷ iṅkē varukiṟīrkaḷā? || Are you coming here?
 
|}
 
=== Exercises for Practice ===
 
Now that we have covered the basics of forming questions in Tamil, let's practice! Here are some exercises to reinforce your learning.
 
==== Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks ====
 
Translate the following English questions into Tamil.
 
1. What is your name?
 
2. Where do you live?
 
3. How is your family?
 
4. Why are you late?
 
5. Who is your friend?
 
''Solutions:''
 
1. உங்கள் பெயர் என்ன? (uṅkaḷ peyar eṉṉa?)
 
2. நீங்கள் எங்கே வாழ்கிறீர்கள்? (nīṅkaḷ eṅkē vāḻkiṟīrkaḷ?)
 
3. உங்கள் குடும்பம் எப்படி இருக்கிறது? (uṅkaḷ kuṭumpam eppaṭi irukkiṟatu?)
 
4. நீங்கள் ஏன் தாமதமாக இருக்கிறீர்கள்? (nīṅkaḷ ēṉ tāmaṭamāka irukkiṟīrkaḷ?)
 
5. உங்கள் நண்பன் யார்? (uṅkaḷ naṇpaṉ yāṉ?)
 
==== Exercise 2: Yes/No Question Formation ====
 
Convert the following statements into yes/no questions.
 
1. You are happy.
 
2. She is reading.
 
3. They will come.
 
4. He knows the answer.
 
5. We are going out.
 
''Solutions:''
 
1. நீங்கள் சந்தோஷமாக இருக்கிறீர்களா? (nīṅkaḷ cantōṣamāka irukkiṟīrkaḷā?)
 
2. அவள் படிக்கிறாளா? (avaḷ paṭikkiṟāḷā?)
 
3. அவர்கள் வருகிறார்களா? (avarkaḷ varukiṟārkaḷā?)
 
4. அவன் பதிலை அறிவான் என்றாலா? (avaṉ patilai aṟivāṉ ceṉṟāḷā?)
 
5. நாம் வெளியே போகிறோமா? (nām veḷiyē pōkiṟōmā?)
 
==== Exercise 3: Create Your Own Questions ====
 
Using the interrogative words learned, create your own questions in Tamil for the following scenarios:
 
1. Asking about someone's age.
 
2. Inquiring about a favorite food.
 
3. Asking where a person works.
 
4. Questioning about a recent event.


5. Asking how someone feels today.


<span link>With the completion of this lesson, consider investigating these related pages: [[Language/Tamil/Grammar/Tamil-Finite-Verbs-Conjugation|Tamil Finite Verbs Conjugation]] & [[Language/Tamil/Grammar/How-to-Use-Have|How to Use Have]].</span>
''Solutions will vary based on the student's responses.''
==Interrogation==


Asking questions is an essential part of learning a new language. Here, we will learn how to ask questions in Tamil. In Tamil, just like in English, we need to adjust the subject-verb order accordingly to ask questions.
==== Exercise 4: Match the Questions ====


Here's an example sentence in Tamil:
Match the Tamil questions with their English translations.


நீ சபம் புகுந்தா? (Nī sapam pukuntha?)
1. நீ யார்?  


Translation: Are you entering the shop?
2. எங்கு போகிறாய்?


The word order of this sentence is subject-verb-object, which is the standard word order in Tamil. However, if we want to make this sentence into a question, we change the order of the subject and verb to verb-subject-object. In this case, we move the subject நீ (nī) after புகுந்தா (pukuntha).
3. எப்போது வருகிறீர்கள்?


Here's the same sentence in question form:
4. ஏன் வரவில்லை?


சபம் புகுந்தா நீ? (Sapam pukuntha nī?)
5. எப்படி இருக்கின்றீர்கள்?


Translation: Are you entering the shop?
''English Translations:''


As you can see, we have changed the word order of the sentence to make it into a question.
A. When are you coming?


===Question Words===
B. Who are you?


In English, we use a variety of question words to ask different types of questions like 'what', 'where', 'when', 'why', and 'who'. Similarly, Tamil has question words to ask different types of questions.
C. Why didn't you come?


Here's a list of some of the most common question words in Tamil:
D. Where are you going?


* எங்கு (eṅku): where
E. How are you?
* எப்போது (eppōtu): when
* என்ன (enna): what
* எவ்வளவு (evvaḷavu): how much/how many
* எவன் (evan): who


For example, to ask "What is your name?" in Tamil, you would say:
''Solutions:''


உங்க பெயர் என்ன? (Uṅga peyar enna?)
1 - B, 2 - D, 3 - A, 4 - C, 5 - E


Translation: What is your name?
==== Exercise 5: Role Play ====


===Question Particles===
Pair up with a partner and practice asking and answering questions using the different types of interrogative words you’ve learned.


In addition to changing the word order, Tamil also has question particles, which are added to the end of sentences to indicate that it is being asked as a question.
''Suggestions for role play scenarios:''


Here are a few common question particles in Tamil:
* Meeting someone for the first time.


* அல்லது (allathu): or
* Planning a trip together.
* என்ன (enna): what
* என்னவென்றால் (ennavenṟāl): if so
* எப்படி (eppaṭi): how
* ஆண்டு (aṇṭu): isn't it?/correct?/right?


For example, to ask "Is she coming?" in Tamil, you would say:
* Discussing hobbies.


அவள் வருகிறாள் அல்லது அல்லது அவள் வருகிறாளா? (Avaḷ varukiṟāḷ allathu allathu avaḷ varukiṟāḷā?)
==== Exercise 6: Identify the Question Words ====


Translation: Is she coming?
Read the following sentences and underline the interrogative words.


===Conversational Questions===
1. நீங்கள் எப்போது வருகிறீர்கள்?


In Tamil, like any other language, there are conversational questions that we use in our day-to-day conversations. Some common conversational questions in Tamil include:
2. யார் வருகிறான்?


* எப்படி போனீர்கள்? (Eppaṭi pōnīrkaḷ?): How did you go?
3. எங்கு போகிறாய்?
* உங்க வாழ்க்கை எப்படி இருக்கு? (Uṅga vāḻkai eppaṭi irukku?): How is your life?
* உங்க தந்தை/அம்மா/சகோதரி யார்? (Uṅga tanta/ammā/sakōtari yār?): Who is your father/mother/sister?  


==Negation==
4. நீங்கள் ஏன் தயங்குகிறீர்கள்?


Negation is another critical aspect of language learning. It is used to express negative sentences in Tamil. To form a negative sentence in Tamil, we add the negative particle 'இல்லை' (illai) after the verb.
5. நீங்கள் என்ன செய்கிறீர்கள்?


For example:
''Solutions:''


அவன் வாழ்க்கை நல்லதல்ல. (Avan vāḻkai nallathalla.)
1. எப்போது


Translation: His life is not good.
2. யார்


Let us see how we can change this sentence into a negative sentence:
3. எங்கு


அவன் வாழ்க்கை நல்லதல்ல என்னும் இல்லை. (Avan vāḻkai nallathalla enņum illai.)
4. ஏன்


Translation: His life is not good.
5. என்ன


As you can see, we have added the negative particle 'இல்லை' (illai) after the verb to make this sentence negative.
==== Exercise 7: Translation Practice ====


===Double Negatives===
Translate the following Tamil questions into English.


In Tamil, it is common to use double negatives to emphasize negativity in a sentence.  
1. நீங்கள் எப்போது வந்தீர்கள்?


For instance:
2. இது என்ன?


நான் யாருக்கும் உதவ முடியாது. (Nāṉ yārukkuṃ udhava muṭiyādhu.)
3. அவர் யார்?


Translation: I cannot help anyone.
4. நீங்கள் எங்கு இருக்கிறீர்கள்?


To add emphasis, you can use a double negative like this:
5. ஏன் நீங்கள் இங்கே வர வேண்டும்?


நான் யாருக்கும் உதவ முடியாது என்னும் எங்கேயாயிருக்கின்றேன். (Nāṉ yārukkuṃ udhava muṭiyādhu enņum eṅkēyāyirukkiṉṟēṉ.)
''Solutions:''


Translation: I cannot help anyone at all.
1. When did you come?


===Negative Particles===
2. What is this?


Here are a few common negative particles in Tamil:
3. Who is he?


* இல்லை (illai): not
4. Where are you?
* அல்ல (alla): not
* ஒதுக்காமல் (otukkāmal): without


For example, to say "I don't like tea" in Tamil, you would say:
5. Why should you come here?


நான் தேயில்கார ஆசையை கைவிட முடியாது. (Nāṉ tēyilkaāra ācaiyai kaiviṭa muṭiyādhu.)
==== Exercise 8: Group Discussion ====


Translation: I cannot give up the dislike of tea.
Form small groups and discuss the importance of questions in conversation. Use the Tamil interrogative words you learned to ask questions to each other.


==Quiz==
''No specific solutions; engage in discussion.''


Test your knowledge of Tamil question formation by translating the following sentences:
==== Exercise 9: Create a Dialogue ====


<ol>
Write a short dialogue between two people asking questions about each other's weekend plans using the interrogative words.
<li>Where is the temple?</li>
<li>When are you coming?</li>
<li>How much is this?</li>
<li>Who are you?</li>
<li>Did you have lunch?</li>
</ol>


Answers:
''Solutions will vary based on the student's creativity.''


<ol>
==== Exercise 10: Listening Comprehension ====
<li>கோயில் எங்கு உள்ளது? (Kōyil eṅku uḷḷadhu?)</li>
<li>நீ எப்போது வருகிறாய்? (Nī eppōtu varukiṟāy?)</li>
<li>இது எவ்வளவு ரூபாய்? (Itu evvaḷavu rūpāy?)</li>
<li>நீ யார்? (Nī yār?)</li>
<li>உங்களுக்கு உணவு சாப்பிட்டீர்களா? (Uṅkaḷukku uṇavu sāppiṭṭīrkaḷā?)</li>
</ol>


==Conclusion==
Listen to a Tamil audio clip where someone asks various questions. Write down the questions you hear and translate them into English.


I hope this article was helpful in enhancing your knowledge of Tamil grammar. In the next lesson, we will cover more topics related to Tamil grammar. Keep practicing and learning Tamil to become a proficient Tamil speaker.
''Solutions will vary based on the content of the audio.''


==Sources==
=== Conclusion ===


* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tamil_language Tamil Language]
Congratulations on completing this lesson on interrogation in Tamil! You've gained valuable skills in asking questions that will enhance your ability to communicate effectively. Remember, practice makes perfect, so keep using these interrogative words in your conversations.  
* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tamil_grammar Tamil Grammar]


As you continue your journey in learning Tamil, don’t hesitate to revisit this lesson whenever you need a refresher. The ability to ask questions will open many doors for you as you explore the Tamil language and culture.


<span link>Excellent job on conquering this lesson! Consider delving into these related pages: [[Language/Tamil/Grammar/0-to-A1-Course|0 to A1 Course]] & [[Language/Tamil/Grammar/Personal-Pronouns|Personal Pronouns]].</span>
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==Sources==
* [https://search.proquest.com/openview/5bbd04112ae0a3475120c98bae52a6b0/1?pq-origsite=gscholar&cbl=1817606 The Enclitic Vowels (-a, -e, -o) in Modern Tamil]
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* [https://ilearntamil.com/interrogative-sentence/ Learn tamil through English- interrogative sentences]


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* [https://www.tamilvu.org/stream/html/basic/lrntml/index.htm Welcome To Tamil Virtual University - Learn Tamil by prof. T.B. ...]
* [https://ilearntamil.com/interrogative-sentence/ Learn tamil through English- interrogative sentences]


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Tamil → Grammar → 0 to A1 Course → Interrogation

In our journey to learn Tamil, understanding how to ask questions is crucial. Questions are the doorway to communication, allowing us to engage with others, gather information, and express curiosity about the world around us. In this lesson, titled "Interrogation," we will explore the structure and formation of questions in Tamil. We will learn about the various question words, sentence structures, and common interrogative phrases that will empower you to converse effectively in Tamil.

This lesson is designed for complete beginners, so don't worry if you feel overwhelmed at first. We'll take it step by step, ensuring that by the end, you'll have a solid grasp of how to ask questions in Tamil.

Importance of Interrogation in Tamil[edit | edit source]

Asking questions in any language not only helps us learn but also builds connections with others. In Tamil, like in many languages, the way we ask questions can vary depending on what we want to know and the context in which we are communicating.

  • Interrogative words: These are essential components of questions, such as "who," "what," "where," "when," "why," and "how."
  • Sentence structure: Understanding the basic sentence structure in Tamil will help you form questions correctly.
  • Cultural context: Asking questions in Tamil also involves understanding cultural nuances, which can enhance your communication skills.

Let's dive into the details!

Interrogative Words in Tamil[edit | edit source]

Interrogative words are the building blocks of questions. Below is a list of common Tamil interrogative words along with their English translations and pronunciations.

Tamil Pronunciation English
யார் yāṉ Who
என்ன eṉṉa What
எங்கு eṅku Where
எப்போது eppōtu When
ஏன் ēṉ Why
எப்படி eppaṭi How

These words can be combined with other parts of the sentence to form complete questions. Let's explore some examples.

Basic Question Structure[edit | edit source]

In Tamil, the sentence structure generally follows a Subject-Object-Verb (SOV) order. When forming questions, this structure can be maintained, but it often includes a question word at the beginning or end of the sentence.

  • Example:
  • "Who is he?" translates to "அவன் யார்?" (avaṉ yāṉ?).
  • The structure remains straightforward, but the inclusion of the interrogative word makes it a question.

Let's look at a few more examples.

Tamil Pronunciation English
நீ எங்கே இருக்கிறாய்? nī eṅkē irukkiṟāy? Where are you?
அவன் என்ன செய்யிறான்? avaṉ eṉṉa seyyiṟāṉ? What is he doing?
நீங்கள் ஏன் வரவில்லை? nīṅkaḷ ēṉ varavillai? Why did you not come?
இன்று எப்போது வெளியே போகிறாய்? iṉṟu eppōtu veḷiyē pōkiṟāy? When are you going out today?

Forming Questions with Verbs[edit | edit source]

When asking questions related to actions, we often include verbs. Here are some examples:

Tamil Pronunciation English
நீ என்ன படிக்கிறாய்? nī eṉṉa paṭikkiṟāy? What are you studying?
அவன் எப்போது வரும்? avaṉ eppōtu varum? When will he come?
நீங்கள் எப்படி இருக்கிறீர்கள்? nīṅkaḷ eppaṭi irukkiṟīrkaḷ? How are you?

Yes/No Questions[edit | edit source]

In Tamil, yes/no questions can be formed by adding specific particles at the end of the statement. The most common particle used is "ஆயா?" (āyā?), which can be added to indicate a question.

  • Example:
  • "You are coming." translates to "நீ வருகிறாய்." (nī varukiṟāy).
  • To make it a question: "Are you coming?" becomes "நீ வருகிறாயா?" (nī varukiṟāyā?).

Here are more examples of yes/no questions:

Tamil Pronunciation English
நீ டேவிட் அல்லவா? nī ṭēviṭ aḷḷavā? You are David, right?
அது உண்மை அல்லவா? atu uṇmai aḷḷavā? That is true, isn't it?
நீங்கள் இங்கே வருகிறீர்களா? nīṅkaḷ iṅkē varukiṟīrkaḷā? Are you coming here?

Exercises for Practice[edit | edit source]

Now that we have covered the basics of forming questions in Tamil, let's practice! Here are some exercises to reinforce your learning.

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

Translate the following English questions into Tamil.

1. What is your name?

2. Where do you live?

3. How is your family?

4. Why are you late?

5. Who is your friend?

Solutions:

1. உங்கள் பெயர் என்ன? (uṅkaḷ peyar eṉṉa?)

2. நீங்கள் எங்கே வாழ்கிறீர்கள்? (nīṅkaḷ eṅkē vāḻkiṟīrkaḷ?)

3. உங்கள் குடும்பம் எப்படி இருக்கிறது? (uṅkaḷ kuṭumpam eppaṭi irukkiṟatu?)

4. நீங்கள் ஏன் தாமதமாக இருக்கிறீர்கள்? (nīṅkaḷ ēṉ tāmaṭamāka irukkiṟīrkaḷ?)

5. உங்கள் நண்பன் யார்? (uṅkaḷ naṇpaṉ yāṉ?)

Exercise 2: Yes/No Question Formation[edit | edit source]

Convert the following statements into yes/no questions.

1. You are happy.

2. She is reading.

3. They will come.

4. He knows the answer.

5. We are going out.

Solutions:

1. நீங்கள் சந்தோஷமாக இருக்கிறீர்களா? (nīṅkaḷ cantōṣamāka irukkiṟīrkaḷā?)

2. அவள் படிக்கிறாளா? (avaḷ paṭikkiṟāḷā?)

3. அவர்கள் வருகிறார்களா? (avarkaḷ varukiṟārkaḷā?)

4. அவன் பதிலை அறிவான் என்றாலா? (avaṉ patilai aṟivāṉ ceṉṟāḷā?)

5. நாம் வெளியே போகிறோமா? (nām veḷiyē pōkiṟōmā?)

Exercise 3: Create Your Own Questions[edit | edit source]

Using the interrogative words learned, create your own questions in Tamil for the following scenarios:

1. Asking about someone's age.

2. Inquiring about a favorite food.

3. Asking where a person works.

4. Questioning about a recent event.

5. Asking how someone feels today.

Solutions will vary based on the student's responses.

Exercise 4: Match the Questions[edit | edit source]

Match the Tamil questions with their English translations.

1. நீ யார்?

2. எங்கு போகிறாய்?

3. எப்போது வருகிறீர்கள்?

4. ஏன் வரவில்லை?

5. எப்படி இருக்கின்றீர்கள்?

English Translations:

A. When are you coming?

B. Who are you?

C. Why didn't you come?

D. Where are you going?

E. How are you?

Solutions:

1 - B, 2 - D, 3 - A, 4 - C, 5 - E

Exercise 5: Role Play[edit | edit source]

Pair up with a partner and practice asking and answering questions using the different types of interrogative words you’ve learned.

Suggestions for role play scenarios:

  • Meeting someone for the first time.
  • Planning a trip together.
  • Discussing hobbies.

Exercise 6: Identify the Question Words[edit | edit source]

Read the following sentences and underline the interrogative words.

1. நீங்கள் எப்போது வருகிறீர்கள்?

2. யார் வருகிறான்?

3. எங்கு போகிறாய்?

4. நீங்கள் ஏன் தயங்குகிறீர்கள்?

5. நீங்கள் என்ன செய்கிறீர்கள்?

Solutions:

1. எப்போது

2. யார்

3. எங்கு

4. ஏன்

5. என்ன

Exercise 7: Translation Practice[edit | edit source]

Translate the following Tamil questions into English.

1. நீங்கள் எப்போது வந்தீர்கள்?

2. இது என்ன?

3. அவர் யார்?

4. நீங்கள் எங்கு இருக்கிறீர்கள்?

5. ஏன் நீங்கள் இங்கே வர வேண்டும்?

Solutions:

1. When did you come?

2. What is this?

3. Who is he?

4. Where are you?

5. Why should you come here?

Exercise 8: Group Discussion[edit | edit source]

Form small groups and discuss the importance of questions in conversation. Use the Tamil interrogative words you learned to ask questions to each other.

No specific solutions; engage in discussion.

Exercise 9: Create a Dialogue[edit | edit source]

Write a short dialogue between two people asking questions about each other's weekend plans using the interrogative words.

Solutions will vary based on the student's creativity.

Exercise 10: Listening Comprehension[edit | edit source]

Listen to a Tamil audio clip where someone asks various questions. Write down the questions you hear and translate them into English.

Solutions will vary based on the content of the audio.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations on completing this lesson on interrogation in Tamil! You've gained valuable skills in asking questions that will enhance your ability to communicate effectively. Remember, practice makes perfect, so keep using these interrogative words in your conversations.

As you continue your journey in learning Tamil, don’t hesitate to revisit this lesson whenever you need a refresher. The ability to ask questions will open many doors for you as you explore the Tamil language and culture.

Table of Contents - Tamil Course - 0 to A1[edit source]


Introduction to Tamil Grammar


Daily Life Vocabulary


Verbs and Tenses


Profession and Work Vocabulary


Tamil Culture and Customs


Adjectives and Adverbs


Health and Fitness Vocabulary


Cases and Postpositions


Nature, Environment and Wildlife Vocabulary


Tamil Literature and History


Negation and Interrogation

Videos[edit | edit source]

INTERROGATIVE ADJECTIVES IN TAMIL | GRAMMAR SERIES - 16 ...[edit | edit source]

Interrogative pronoun in tamil | Class 14 - YouTube[edit | edit source]


Sources[edit | edit source]


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