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As a Tamil language teacher with 20 years of experience, I am excited to introduce you to postpositions in Tamil. Postpositions in Tamil are used to indicate the relationships between the objects and the rest of the sentence. In this lesson, you will learn about postpositions and their usage in Tamil.

What are Postpositions?

In Tamil, postpositions are used to indicate the relationship between a noun or pronoun and the rest of the sentence. Postpositions are used after the noun or pronoun they modify. Unlike prepositions, which are used in English and other languages, postpositions come after the words they modify in Tamil.

Examples of Postpositions

There are many postpositions in Tamil, and their usage depends on the context of the sentence. Below is a list of common postpositions and examples of how they are used:

Tamil	Pronunciation	English
உடன்	uṭaṉ	with
முன்	muṉ	before
பின்	piṉ	after
வரை	varai	until
பக்கத்தில்	pakkatil	beside
மேல்	mēl	above
கீழ்	kīḻ	below

Here are some examples of how postpositions are used in Tamil:

• நான் உடன் வருகிறேன். (Nāṉ uṭaṉ varukireṉ.) - I am coming with you.
• நான் சாப்பிடுகிறேன் முன் மனைவி வந்தார். (Nāṉ sāppiṭukireṉ muṉ maṉaivi vandār.) - I am eating before my wife came.
• பதினைக் குறித்து என் பேர் பின் சேர்ந்துள்ளது. (Pathiṉaikk kuṟittu eṉ pēr piṉ cērntuḷḷadhu.) - My name comes after the number ten.

As you can see, postpositions in Tamil are used to indicate a variety of relationships between nouns or pronouns and the rest of the sentence.

Tips for Learning Postpositions in Tamil

Learning postpositions in Tamil can be challenging, especially for beginners. Here are some tips to help you master the use of postpositions:

• Practice, practice, practice. As with any new aspect of language learning, the key to mastering postpositions in Tamil is to practice as much as possible.

• Watch Tamil movies or TV shows. One of the most enjoyable ways to learn about postpositions and other aspects of Tamil grammar is by watching movies or TV shows in Tamil.

• Speak with a native speaker. Speaking with a native Tamil speaker is the best way to learn about postpositions and other aspects of the language.

• Use flashcards. Flashcards are a great way to learn new vocabulary and grammar rules, including postpositions.

Conclusion

Postpositions play an important role in Tamil grammar and are used to indicate the relationship between a noun or pronoun and the rest of the sentence. By learning about the common postpositions in Tamil and practicing using them in sentences, you can improve your Tamil skills and become a better communicator in the language.

Sources

• The Tamil Case System
• Tamil grammar - Wikipedia

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