Tamil · Greetings & Phrases
nalam
Well-being; fine
Wellness; the standard reply to nalama.
நான் நலம். நீங்கள்?
I am well. And you?
The word 'நலம்' (nalam) comes from ancient Dravidian roots, where it is associated with health, well-being, and prosperity. It has been used in various contexts to express the state of being well.
This noun is commonly used in both spoken and written Tamil, across formal and informal contexts. It can also be seen in medical or wellness discussions.