Meaning of Big in Tamil:
Spoken vs Formal
Formal / Written
பெரிய
"Periya"
For textbooks, news, and formal speeches.
REAL LIFE
Spoken / Chatபெரிய
"Periya"
Use this with friends, family, and on WhatsApp.
When to use which?
Pronunciation is key. 'Periya' -> 'Per-ya'.
Example Usage
English
"It is a big house."
Formal
அது ஒரு பெரிய வீடு (Adhu oru periya veedu).
Spoken (Better)
அது ஒரு பெரிய வீடு (Adhu oru periya veedu).