Tamil · Adjectives
இளம்
ilam
Young
Beginneradjective
Definition
Not old, in an early stage of life.
Example
அவன் இன்னும் இளமையாக இருக்கிறான்.
He is still young.
Etymology
The adjective 'இளம்' (ilam) is derived from the root 'இளம்' (ilam), meaning young or youthful, a term that has sustained its relevance in Tamil over centuries.
How & Where It’s Used
'Ilam' is applicable in informal and formal contexts, frequently used in spoken Tamil when referring to youth or relations, and is also used in literature.