இரங்கல்கள்
iraṅkalkaḷ
In Tamil, the word for "condolences" is இரங்கல்கள் (iraṅkalkaḷ).
இரங்கல்கள் is used as a funeral expression. For a more formal expression of "deepest condolences," which is common in sympathy cards or formal writing, you can use the phrase ஆழ்ந்த இரங்கல்கள். Another way to express your sympathy is to use the phrase வருத்தத்தைத் தெரிவித்துக் கொள்கிறேன், which means "I express my regret/sorrow".
Meaning: funeral expression (intj)
What does it mean word for word?
The word இரங்கல்கள் is derived from the root இரங்கு (iraṅku), which means to feel pity, compassion or sympathy.
How do you pronounce it?
iraṅkalkaḷ
Did you know?
- When expressing condolences, Tamil speakers often use மறைவு meaning 'disappearance' because the literal word for 'death' is considered too harsh for grieving families.
- A person speaking alone will still use the plural form இரங்கல்கள் to make the sentiment sound more formal and weighty.
- The concept of 'pity' or 'compassion' embedded in இரங்கு is more active than the English 'sympathy', implying a heart that is actually moved or unsettled by another's pain.
Examples in context
- என் ஆழ்ந்த இரங்கல்கள்.en āḻnta iṟaṅkal.My deepest condolences.
- அவரது மறைவிற்கு எனது இரங்கல்கள்.avartu maṟavirkku enatu iṟaṅkal.My condolences on his passing.
Example conversation
Kavitha is visiting Santhosh after a loss in his family.
- கவிதா Kavithaசந்தோஷ், உங்கள் இழப்பிற்கு எனது இரங்கல்கள்.Santhosh, ungal izhappirku enathu irangalkal.Santhosh, my condolences for your loss.
- சந்தோஷ் Santhoshமிக்க நன்றி, கவிதா.Mikka nandri, Kavitha.Thank you very much, Kavitha.
- கவிதா Kavithaஉங்களுக்கு ஏதாவது உதவி வேண்டுமா?Ungalukku eathaavathu uthavi vendumaa?Do you need any help?
- சந்தோஷ் Santhoshஇப்போது எதுவும் வேண்டாம், நன்றி.Ippothu ethuvum vendaam, nandri.Nothing right now, thank you.
