സമ്മാനം
sammānaṁ
The Malayalam word for "gift" is സമ്മാനം (sammānaṁ).
സമ്മാനം refers to something given to another person voluntarily and without charge. While it can describe any voluntary gift, it is most commonly used when speaking about presents for birthdays, weddings or festivals.
Meaning: something given to another voluntarily, without charge (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
To express the plural form "gifts", use സമ്മാനങ്ങൾ (sammānaṅṅaḷ).
How do you pronounce it?
sammānaṁ
Did you know?
- In many parts of Kerala, it is customary to refuse a സമ്മാനം (sammānaṁ) at least once before accepting it to avoid appearing greedy.
- When giving a സമ്മാനം in a traditional setting, it is common to offer and receive the item with the right hand, as the left is considered impure.
- The word സമ്മാനം (sammānaṁ) can also refer to a prize or an award in academic or competitive contexts, not just a personal present.
Examples in context
- ഈ സമ്മാനം എനിക്ക് ഇഷ്ടപ്പെട്ടു.ee sammanam enikku ishtappettu.I liked this gift.
- അവൾ എനിക്ക് ഒരു സമ്മാനം നൽകി.aval enikku oru sammanam nalki.She gave me a gift.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “gift” translations and entries സമ്മാനം, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
