Tamil · Question Words

என்ன

enna

What

Beginnerpronoun

Definition

Used to ask about things; enna a famous Chennai hello too!

Example

இது என்ன?

What is this?

Etymology

'என்ன' is derived from the Proto-Dravidian root. It has been used for ages as a question word to inquire about objects or information.

How & Where It’s Used

'என்ன' is commonly used in both spoken and written Tamil across all registers. It's an essential word for asking questions in everyday conversations.

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