Meaning of Truth in Tamil:
Spoken vs Formal
Formal / Written
உண்மை / சத்தியம்
"Unmai / Sathiyam"
For textbooks, news, and formal speeches.
REAL LIFE
Spoken / Chatஉண்மை / சத்தியம்
"Unmai / Sathiyam"
Use this with friends, family, and on WhatsApp.
When to use which?
'Sathiyam' is often used for taking an oath (I swear).
Example Usage
English
"Tell the truth."
Formal
உண்மையைச் சொல்லுங்கள் (Unmaiyai sollungal).
Spoken (Better)
உண்மைய சொல்லு (Unmaiya sollu).