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How to Say "What's your name?" in Tamil

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
உங்கள் பெயர் என்ன?
"What's your name?" in Tamil · say it like unggal peyar enna

The most natural way to say "What's your name?" in Tamil is உங்கள் பெயர் என்ன?. 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

உங்கள் பெயர் என்னவென்று?
More formal way to ask.
தாங்கள் பெயர் என்ன?
Used in more respectful contexts.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when meeting someone new. It is a polite way to ask for someone's name. It is suitable in both formal and informal settings.

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Examples in Tamil

TamilEnglish
வணக்கம், உங்கள் பெயர் என்ன?Hello, what is your name?
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use the polite form 'உங்கள்' instead of 'நின்' which is less formal.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear உங்கள் பெயர் என்ன?, 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

Is it okay to ask someone's name directly?

Yes, it is common and polite to ask for someone's name when you meet them.

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