Meaning of Happy in Tamil:
Spoken vs Formal
Formal / Written
மகிழ்ச்சி
"Magizhchi"
For textbooks, news, and formal speeches.
REAL LIFE
Spoken / Chatஹேப்பி
"Happy / Jolly"
Use this with friends, family, and on WhatsApp.
When to use which?
'Magizhchi' was popularized by Rajinikanth, but 'Happy' or 'Jolly' is common slang.
Example Usage
English
"I am very happy."
Formal
நான் மிகவும் மகிழ்ச்சியாக உள்ளேன் (Naan migavum magizhchiyaaga ullen).
Spoken (Better)
நான் செம்ம ஹேப்பி (Naan semma happy).