ஊக்க வார்த்தை பேசு - Ukka vartthai pesu

Aathichudi, composed by the revered Tamil poetess Avvaiyar, is a foundational text in Tamil literature that imparts timeless moral values through simple yet profound one-line verses. Consisting of 109 aphorisms arranged in alphabetical order, it serves as an ethical guide for children and adults alike—instilling virtues such as discipline, kindness, knowledge, and humility that transcend generations and cultural boundaries.
ஊக்க வார்த்தை பேசு
Meaning
ஊக்கம் - உற்சாகம், வார்த்தை - சொற்கள், பேசு - கூறு
Paraphrase
மற்றவரை ஊக்கப்படுத்தும் வார்த்தைகள் பேச வேண்டும்
Moral
ஊக்க வார்த்தை ஒரு உயிரின் உயிர்.
ஊக்க வார்த்தையின் வலி
மதன் தனது நண்பனைத் தோல்விக்குப் பிறகு ஊக்கப்படுத்தினான். அந்த வார்த்தையால் நண்பன் மீண்டும் வெற்றி கண்டான்.
Ukka vartthai pesu
Translation
Speak encouraging words
Moral
ஊக்க வார்த்தை ஒரு உயிரின் உயிர்.
Madhan’s Motivation
Madhan encouraged his friend after failure. That support helped his friend succeed later.
Comments (10)

Zeeshan D’Alia
1 month ago
A brilliant expression of character and virtue. It’s a guidepost for living an ethical life.

Ayesha Varma
1 month ago
What a beautiful thought! The poet's ability to express deep meaning in few words is just remarkable.

Biju Kalita
1 month ago
Really appreciate the wisdom here. Makes me want to follow this guidance in daily life.

Vanya Aurora
1 month ago
Such clarity and depth! Every time I read this, I gain a new perspective.

Piya Shetty
1 month ago
Really appreciate the wisdom here. Makes me want to follow this guidance in daily life.

Arhaan Borde
1 month ago
So much truth in this couplet. The poet captured an eternal value in just two lines.

Devansh Tiwari
1 month ago
This verse speaks volumes. We need more reminders like this in today’s fast-paced world.

Abram Gaba
1 month ago
Absolutely love this one. It reminds me of the core values my grandparents taught me.

Ivan Jha
1 month ago
This verse speaks volumes. We need more reminders like this in today’s fast-paced world.
🌟 Poem of the Day
Explore daily pearls of wisdom from the classic Aathichudi. Each day features a powerful line that instills values, discipline, and moral clarity—nurturing young minds and inspiring all generations with timeless Tamil teachings.
இளமையிற் கல் - Ilamaiyi kal
இளமையில் - இளமைக்காலத்தில், கல் - கற்று
🧠 About Avvaiyar
Avvaiyar is one of the most respected Tamil poetesses, celebrated for her wisdom-filled works aimed at instilling values in young minds. Among her many contributions, the Aathichudi stands out as a foundational text that teaches moral lessons through simple and powerful one-line verses.
Believed to have lived during the Sangam era, Avvaiyar used poetry as a tool to educate and guide people toward righteousness and discipline. Her teachings continue to resonate across generations, making her a timeless symbol of Tamil knowledge and virtue.
Kavya Handa
1 month ago
Aathichudi always leaves a strong impression on me. This one teaches discipline in such a simple yet effective way.