ಎಂಕ್ ಈರೆನ್ ಇಷ್ಟ
enk eeren ishta
ಎಂಕ್ ಈರೆನ್ ಇಷ್ಟ (enk eeren ishta) is the Tulu phrase for "I like you".
Meaning: I like you (phrase)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase literally translates to "To me, you are liked".
How does it change in a sentence?
This specific form is required because "you" serves as the object of the liking.
How do you pronounce it?
enk eeren ishta
Did you know?
- The word ಇಷ್ಟ ('like' or 'desire') in this phrase is a loanword from Sanskrit, showing the historical influence of liturgical languages on everyday Tulu expression.
- The pronoun ಈರೆನ್ is used for both plural groups and single individuals to show respect, similar to the 'vous' form in French.
- There is no direct English equivalent for the nuanced weight of the word ಇಷ್ಟ in certain Tulu contexts, as it can bridge the gap between 'liking' a hobby and 'loving' a person.
Example conversation
Sumitha and Sunil are talking about their feelings.
- ಸುನಿಲ್ Sunilಸುಮಿತಾ, ಎಂಕ್ ಈರೆನ್ ಇಷ್ಟ.Sumitha, enk eren ishta.Sumitha, I like you.
- ಸುಮಿತಾ Sumitaನನಗೂ ಈರೆನ್ ಇಷ್ಟ!Nanagu eren ishta!I like you too!
- ಸುನಿಲ್ Sunilಈರೆನ್ ಪೋಕಟ್ಟೆ ಪಂದ್ ಅನಪುಜ.Eren pokatte pand anpuji.I don't want you to go.
- ಸುಮಿತಾ Sumitaಯಾನ್ ಇತ್ತೆ ಇರೆನ ಜೆತೆ ಉಲ್ಲೆ.Yan itte irena jete ulle.I am here with you now.
