🇮🇳 Tamil phrases

How to Say "House" in Tamil

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
வீடு
"House" in Tamil · say it like vee-doo

The most natural way to say "House" in Tamil is வீடு. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

மனை
used more in rural contexts
குடியிருப்பு
a more formal term for residence

When to use it

Use 'வீடு' when referring to a house in general. It can be used in both formal and informal contexts. 'மனை' is more common in rural areas, while 'குடியிருப்பு' is used in formal discussions about residences.

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Examples in Tamil

TamilEnglish
என் வீட்டில் நான்கு அறைகள் உள்ளன.My house has four rooms.
அவள் புதிய வீட்டுக்கு மாறுகிறாள்.She is moving to a new house.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'வீடு' with 'குடியிருப்பு', thinking they are interchangeable, but they have different contexts.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear வீடு, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Tamil with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between 'வீடு' and 'மனை'?

'வீடு' is a general term for house, while 'மனை' is often used in rural areas.

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