Tamil · Culture & Society
புத்தகம்
puthagam
Book
Beginnernoun
Definition
Written pages bound together; the Thirukkural is the Tamil classic.
Example
நல்ல புத்தகம் படித்துக்கொண்டிருக்கிறேன்.
I am reading a good book.
Etymology
'புத்தகம்' (puthagam) is derived from 'புது' (puthu) meaning new, and 'அகம்' (agam) meaning internal or knowledge. The term has evolved to signify a physical book, a vessel of knowledge and information.
How & Where It’s Used
Commonly used in both formal and informal contexts. It is prevalent in educational and literary discussions and can refer to both physical books and digital formats in modern usage.
Literary Heritage
Referenced in various Tamil literary works, particularly evident in classical texts like 'Thirukkural' and modern novels.