Meaning of Dog in Tamil:
Spoken vs Formal
Formal / Written
நாய்
"Naai"
For textbooks, news, and formal speeches.
REAL LIFE
Spoken / Chatநாய்
"Naai"
Use this with friends, family, and on WhatsApp.
When to use which?
Also used as a very common (rude) insult.
Example Usage
English
"The dog is barking."
Formal
நாய் குரைக்கிறது (Naai kuraikkiradhu).
Spoken (Better)
நாய் குறைக்குது (Naai kuraikkudhu).