Tamil · Adjectives

பெரிய

periya

Big

Beginneradjective

Definition

Of great size; periyar means the great one.

Example

அவர்கள் பெரிய வீட்டில் வசிக்கிறார்கள்.

They live in a big house.

Etymology

The term 'பெரிய' (periya) has its origin in the Middle Tamil word 'பெரு' (peru), meaning great or large. It reflects the linguistic evolution of size-related descriptors in Tamil.

How & Where It’s Used

This adjective is commonly used in both informal and formal settings, suitable for spoken and written Tamil across various social contexts.

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