Tamil · Greetings & Phrases
போய் வருகிறேன்
poi varugiren
Goodbye (I'll go and return)
Beginnerphrase
Definition
The beautiful Tamil farewell — never just go, always go and come back.
Example
போய் வருகிறேன், அம்மா!
I am going and will come back, mom!
Etymology
'போய் வருகிறேன்' (poi varugiren) literally means 'I will go and return' and indicates an intention to leave but also implies a promise to come back, showcasing the value of relationships in Tamil culture.
How & Where It’s Used
This phrase is common in informal spoken Tamil, often used among friends and family when saying goodbye, indicating the speaker's intent to return.