How do you say "hello" in Tamil?

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The most common way to say "hello" in Tamil is to use the word "வணக்கம்" (pronounced vanakkam). "வணக்கம்" is a versatile greeting in Tamil that is used in both formal and informal situations. It is a respectful and friendly way to greet someone. If you want to add more warmth to your greeting, you...
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The most common way to say "hello" in Tamil is to use the word "வணக்கம்" (pronounced vanakkam). "வணக்கம்" is a versatile greeting in Tamil that is used in both formal and informal situations. It is a respectful and friendly way to greet someone. If you want to add more warmth to your greeting, you can say "வணக்கம் செய்வேன்" (pronounced vanakkam seyven), which means "I will greet you" or "I am greeting you." This adds a personal touch to the greeting. In addition to "வணக்கம்," Tamil speakers may also use other informal greetings depending on the context and the relationship between the individuals. For example, friends and peers might use more casual expressions like "ஹாய்" (pronounced hai) or "அரை வேடம்" (pronounced arai vedam), both of which mean "hi." read less
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