Meaning of Heart in Tamil:
Spoken vs Formal
Formal / Written
இதயம்
"Idhayam"
For textbooks, news, and formal speeches.
REAL LIFE
Spoken / Chatஇதயம் / மனசு
"Idhayam / Manasu"
Use this with friends, family, and on WhatsApp.
When to use which?
'Idhayam' is the organ. 'Manasu' (Mind/Heart) is for emotions.
Example Usage
English
"Heart beat."
Formal
இதயத் துடிப்பு (Idhaya thudippu).
Spoken (Better)
இதயத் துடிப்பு (Idhaya thudippu).