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How to Say "I don't understand" in Tamil

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
எனக்கு புரியவில்லை
"I don't understand" in Tamil · say it like eh-nah-kku poo-ree-vah-illai

The most natural way to say "I don't understand" in Tamil is எனக்கு புரியவில்லை. 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

எனக்கு புரியாது
This is a more casual way to express the same idea.
நான் புரியவில்லை
This variant emphasizes 'I' and can be used in personal contexts.

When to use it

Use this phrase when someone is explaining something and you do not grasp the concept. It can be used in both formal and informal situations. It is polite to ask for clarification when you do not understand something.

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Examples in Tamil

TamilEnglish
இந்த பாடம் எனக்கு புரியவில்லைI do not understand this lesson.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this phrase with 'எனக்கு தெரியாது', which means 'I do not know'.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear எனக்கு புரியவில்லை, 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

How can I ask someone to explain again?

You can say 'மீண்டும் சொல்ல முடியுமா?' which means 'Can you say it again?'

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