How to say “Hello” in Tamil
The most common way to say “hello” in Tamil. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
வணக்கம்
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Tamil
வணக்கம், நீங்கள் எப்படி இருக்கிறீர்கள்?
Frequently asked
How do you say "Hello" in Tamil?
"Hello" in Tamil is "வணக்கம்". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "வணக்கம்" written in Tamil?
"வணக்கம்" is the standard written form in Tamil, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "வணக்கம்" in Tamil?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "வணக்கம்" pronounced by a native-style synthetic voice. For practice, repeat the phrase out loud immediately after listening — the rhythm and stress are usually what trips learners up, not the individual sounds.
What does "வணக்கம்" mean in English?
"வணக்கம்" is the Tamil way of saying "Hello" in English. It's used in everyday conversation in roughly the same situations as the English original.
Are there formal or informal ways to say "Hello" in Tamil?
Many languages — including Tamil — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "வணக்கம்" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Tamil spoken?
Tamil is spoken by an estimated 75 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Tamil dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Tamil dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "வணக்கம்" or any other Tamil text.