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As a Tamil language teacher with 20 years of teaching experience, I am excited to introduce you to this lesson on "Flora and Fauna" vocabulary in Tamil Nadu. Tamil Nadu is a state in southern India known for its rich culture, history, and diverse flora and fauna. By learning the Tamil names for various plants and animals, you will be able to better appreciate the natural beauty of Tamil Nadu and communicate more effectively with locals about the environment around you.

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Flora

Tamil Nadu is home to a wide variety of flora including flowers, trees, and shrubs. Here are some of the most common types of flora in Tamil Nadu:

Flowers

Tamil	Pronunciation	English
மலர்	Malar	Flower
கனாக்களி	Kanakkaḷi	Marigold
சாமந்தி	Sāmanti	Chrysanthemum
துளசி	Tuḷaci	Basil
முல்லை	Mullai	Jasmine
கொழுந்து மல்லி	Koḻuntu malli	Oleander

Trees

Tamil Nadu has a wide variety of trees, ranging from tall evergreen trees to smaller fruit trees. Here are some of the most common types of trees in Tamil Nadu:

Tamil	Pronunciation	English
மரம்	Maram	Tree
கருவாலம்	Karuvālam	Banyan tree
தேவாரம்	Tēvāram	Neem tree
ஆம்பு மரம்	Āmpu maram	Mango tree
மா மரம்	Mā maram	Jackfruit tree
இலந்தாம மரம்	Ilandāma maram	Coconut tree

Shrubs

Shrubs are small to medium-sized woody plants that are typically less than 6 meters tall. Tamil Nadu has many shrubs used for medicinal purposes, as hedges, and ornately. Here are some of the most common types of shrubs in Tamil Nadu:

Tamil	Pronunciation	English
தாழை	Tāḻai	Screw pine
கற்பூரம்	Karpuuram	Camphor plant
ஸ்ரீகண்டம்	Srīkaṇṭam	Holy basil
நீர்முருக்கு	Nīrmurukku	Biophytum sensitivum
நாகமல்லி	Nākamalli	Spider Lily
நார்த்தங்கி	Nārttangai	Citronella

Fauna

Tamil Nadu is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including elephants, tigers, leopards, and various reptiles. Here are some of the most common types of fauna in Tamil Nadu:

Birds

Tamil Nadu is a bird watcher's paradise. The state is home to over 500 species of birds, ranging from resident birds to migratory birds. Here are some of the most common types of birds in Tamil Nadu:

Tamil	Pronunciation	English
புறா	Puṟā	Sparrow
தூக்கம்	Tūkkam	Parrot
கோயில்	Kōyil	Koel
குருவி	Guruvi	Dove
பார்த்தி	Pārtti	Partridge
காட்டு மரத்து குருவி	Kāṭṭu marattu guruvi	Indian Pitta

Mammals

Tamil Nadu has a diverse range of mammals, ranging from small rodents to large elephants. Here are some of the most common types of mammals in Tamil Nadu:

Tamil	Pronunciation	English
எலி	Eḷi	Rat
என்னை	Eṉṉai	Squirrel
பூனை	Pūṉai	Cat
நாய்	Nāy	Dog
பாண்டா	Pāṇḍā	Bear
யானை	Yāṉai	Elephant

Reptiles

Tamil Nadu is home to a variety of reptiles, including snakes, lizards, and turtles. Here are some of the most common types of reptiles in Tamil Nadu:

Tamil	Pronunciation	English
பாம்பு	Pāmbu	Snake
உரங்கு பாம்பு	Uraṅku pāmbu	Python
தங்கம்	Taṅkam	Lizard
கடல் கடற்காடு ஆமை	Kadal kaṭaṟkāṭu āmai	Olive Ridley sea turtle
கரையான்	Karaiyāṉ	Monitor lizard
கடல் பண்ணையம்	Kadal panṇaiyam	Green sea turtle

Conclusion

I hope this lesson on "Flora and Fauna" vocabulary in Tamil Nadu has been helpful in expanding your knowledge of Tamil and the natural environment around you. Remember, learning a language is not only about grammar and vocabulary, but also about appreciating the culture and surroundings of the people who speak the language. Until next time, happy learning!

Sources

• Learn Tamil through English - Lesson 12

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Table of Contents - Tamil Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Introduction to Tamil Grammar

• Tamil Script and Pronunciation
• Nouns and Pronouns

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Daily Life Vocabulary

• Greetings and Introductions
• Numbers and Time
• Food and Drink
• Family and Relationships
• Travel and Transportation

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Verbs and Tenses

• Present Tense
• Past Tense
• Future Tense

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Profession and Work Vocabulary

• Jobs and Professions
• Office and Workplace
• Business Communication

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Tamil Culture and Customs

• Festivals and Celebrations
• Art and Music
• Cuisine and Eating Habits
• Tamil Cinema

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Adjectives and Adverbs

• Adjectives
• Adverbs

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Health and Fitness Vocabulary

• Body Parts and Symptoms
• Physical Fitness and Exercise

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Cases and Postpositions

• Nominative and Accusative Cases
• Postpositions

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Nature, Environment and Wildlife Vocabulary

• Flora and Fauna
• Environment and Pollution

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Tamil Literature and History

• Sangam Literature
• Chola Empire

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Negation and Interrogation

• Negation
• Interrogation

Other Lessons

• Flowers
• Problems
• Body
• Feelings and Emotions
• Numbers and Time
• At Home
• Basic Phrases
• Vegetables
• Education

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