ಸೊಲ್ಮೆಲು
solmelu
The English phrase 'thank you' is translated into Tulu as ಸೊಲ್ಮೆಲು (solmelu).
ಸೊಲ್ಮೆಲು is used as an expression of gratitude.
Meaning: an expression of gratitude (intj)
How do you pronounce it?
solmelu
Did you know?
- Tulu is one of the few languages in India that has its own unique script, though many modern speakers use the Kannada script to write 'thank you' as ಸೊಲ್ಮೆಲು.
- In traditional Tulu culture, expressing gratitude to elders is often accompanied by touching their feet, a practice that can sometimes supersede verbal thanks in importance.
- The word ಸೊಲ್ಮೆಲು is deeply connected to the concept of 'speaking' or 'words' in the Tulu language, implying that your gratitude is being 'given through speech'.
Examples in context
- ನಿನಗೆ ಸೊಲ್ಮೆಲು.ninage solmelu.Thank you.
- ಈ ಸಹಾಯೊಲೆಗ್ ಸೊಲ್ಮೆಲು.ee sahayoleg solmelu.Thank you for this help.
- ನಂಕ್ ದಿಲ್ಲ ಸೊಲ್ಮೆಲು.nank dilla solmelu.Thank you very much.
Example conversation
Rashmika gives Praveen a book he was looking for.
- ರಶ್ಮಿಕಾ Rashmikaಪ್ರವೀಣ್, ಈ ಪುಸ್ತಕ್ ಪತ್ತುವೆ.Pravīn, ee pustak pattuve.Praveen, here is the book.
- ಪ್ರವೀಣ್ Praveenಸೊಲ್ಮೆಲು, ರಶ್ಮಿಕಾ!Solmelu, Rashmikā!Thank you, Rashmika!
- ರಶ್ಮಿಕಾ Rashmikaಒಂಜಿ ವಿಷಯ ಇಲ್ಲ.Onji vishaya illa.It is nothing.
- ಪ್ರವೀಣ್ Praveenಈರೆಗ್ ದಾದಾ ಕೊರ್ಪೊನ್.Eereg dādā korpon.I will give you something.
