Tamil · Work & Business
சம்பளம்
sambalam
Salary
Intermediatenoun
Definition
The money you receive regularly for your work.
Example
மாதம் முதல் தேதி சம்பளம் வரும்.
Salary comes on the first of the month.
Etymology
'சம்பளம்' (sambalam) has its origins in the classical terms for earnings and benefits, highlighting the relationship between labor and remuneration in Tamil society.
How & Where It’s Used
'சம்பளம்' is commonly used in formal discussions about employment and salary, appearing in both written and spoken Tamil across various regions.