Tamil · Emotions & Feelings

கவலை

kavalai

Worry

Beginnernoun

Definition

The feeling of being anxious; kavalai padaadhe — don't worry!

Example

கவலைப்படாதே, எல்லாம் சரியாகும்.

Don't worry, everything will be fine.

Etymology

'கவலை' (kavalai) comes from the same root meaning to worry or be concerned. This term traces back through Tamil history, reflecting societal anxieties.

How & Where It’s Used

Utilized in both spoken and written forms, 'கவலை' is common in informal speech but can also be articulated in serious discussions about mental health or social issues.

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