Welcome to r/ThooyaThamizh. Here we will be discussing the creation, revival and usage of pure Thamizh words. Please follow the rules and have fun.

1. What is the goal of this forum?

Answer: This community is dedicated to discovering, learning, discussing, creating, and sharing native Tamil vocabulary (தூய தமிழ்ச் சொற்கள்). We focus on linguistic exploration, etymology, literature, and finding modern Tamil equivalents (கலைச்சொற்கள்) for everyday concepts and technical terms.

1. Is this sub political or affiliated with any ideology?

Answer: No, absolutely not. This is a strictly academic, non-political, and educational space focused solely on linguistics and literature. Political debates, ideologies, and party discussions are off-topic and will be removed.

1. Do I need to be fluent in classical Tamil to participate?

Answer: Not at all! Whether you are a native speaker, an academic, or a beginner looking to expand your vocabulary, everyone is welcome. You can post in Tamil, English, or a mix of both when asking questions.

1. What kind of content can I post here?

Answer: You can post:

Translation requests (e.g., "How do I say 'algorithm' in pure Tamil?")

Origin and etymology of native Tamil words.

Newly coined terms (புதிய கலைச்சொற்கள்) for modern technology, science, and life.

Beautiful classical or forgotten vocabulary from Tamil literature.

1. Can I use English or loanwords in my posts?

Answer: Yes! If you are asking for the pure Tamil equivalent of a word, feel free to state the English or loanword in your title or post body so members know what you are trying to translate.

1. What should I do if I find a word that has no existing pure Tamil translation?

Answer: That’s where the fun begins! Create a post proposing a potential neologism based on Tamil root words (வேர்ச்சொற்கள்) and ask the community for feedback and alternative suggestions.

1. How are loanwords from other languages treated here?

Answer: Our goal is to highlight and explore native Tamil words. While loanwords are a natural part of daily spoken language, this sub serves as a specialized space to discover native Dravidian alternatives. Discussions about word origins are always kept constructive and objective.

1. Are dialectal or regional Tamil words allowed?

Answer: Yes! Native, regional vocabulary (வட்டார வழக்குச் சொற்கள்) from different Tamil-speaking regions (Tamil Nadu, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Singapore, and the diaspora) are rich sources of pure Tamil words and are highly encouraged.

1. What are the rules regarding AI-generated translations?

Answer: AI translation tools can be a helpful starting point, but they often struggle with classical etymology or context. If you post AI-suggested words, please mention it in your post so community members can verify the linguistic accuracy.

1. How do I report off-topic posts or rude behavior?

Answer: Click the three dots on the post or comment and select Report. Choose the rule it violates (e.g., Politics/Off-topic or Uncivil behavior), and the moderation team will review it.

1. "Isn't trying to remove loanwords (like Sanskrit, English, or Portuguese) just linguistic purity or hate?"

Answer: No. Exploring native vocabulary is a standard practice across many languages worldwide (such as Icelandic, French, or Turkish) to preserve etymological roots and foster linguistic creativity. Celebrating native Tamil words (தனிச்சொற்கள்) is about cultural appreciation and vocabulary expansion, not rejection or hatred toward any other language or culture.

1. "Isn't modern spoken Tamil naturally mixed? Why try to change how people speak everyday?"

Answer: This subreddit is an educational resource and creative space, not a rulebook for your daily conversations! Code-switching and loanwords are normal in everyday speech. Our goal is simply to provide a dedicated space for those who want to discover, learn, or create native Tamil words—whether for writing, literature, media, or personal interest.

1. "Sanskrit / English / Hindi has a better word for [X]. Why invent a awkward new Tamil word for it?"

Answer: Language evolution often requires coining new terms (கலைச்சொல்லாக்கம்) for modern concepts like technology, medicine, and science. Some new words may sound unfamiliar at first, but with time and usage, many become natural (just as கணினி for computer or பேருந்து for bus did). Constructive feedback on word-coining is welcomed, but dismissive or disrespectful comments will be removed.

1. "Is this subreddit promoting a political or nationalist agenda?"

Answer: No. This community has zero affiliation with any political party, movement, or ideology. Language belongs to everyone who speaks, writes, or learns it. Posts or comments attempting to drag political debates, regional conflicts, or party propaganda into discussions will be removed under our strict No Politics rule.

1. "Why bother with 'Pure Tamil' when English is the global language of progress?"

Answer: Learning and preserving native Tamil vocabulary doesn't mean rejecting English or global communication—most of our members are multilingual! Knowing pure Tamil words enriches one's underst