Kural #100

Pleasant Speech

VirtueChapter 10

Kural 100 of 1,330 · Chapter 10 of 1159%

இனிய உளவாக இன்னாத கூறல்

கனியிருப்பக் காய்கவர்ந் தற்று

Translation (English)

To speak harshly when pleasant words are available is like choosing an unripe fruit when a ripe one is at hand.

Meaning for Kids

Speaking harsh words when you could speak kindly is like eating an unripe sour fruit when a sweet ripe one is right there!

இனியவை கூறல்

Speaking Pleasant Words · Kurals 91-100

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