Tamil · Numbers & Time
மூன்று
moondru
Three
Beginnernumeral
Definition
The number three.
Example
மூன்று மணிக்கு சந்திப்போம்.
We will meet at three o'clock.
Etymology
The Tamil word 'மூன்று' (moondru) derives from the Proto-Dravidian root *mūn, which means 'three.' This root has cognates in several Dravidian languages, indicating a longstanding linguistic heritage.
How & Where It’s Used
'Moondru' is commonly used in both spoken and written Tamil, across all registers. It is prevalent in educational contexts, day-to-day conversations, and formal settings, with minimal regional variation.