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Chapter 131 of 133Love

புலவி

Pouting

Read all ten original Tamil couplets from this chapter with clear, modern interpretations for everyday learning.

Kurals

13011310

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Kural 1301

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Tamil original · தமிழ்

புல்லா திராஅப் புலத்தை அவர் உறும்

அல்லல்நோய் காண்கம் சிறிது.

Modern interpretation

In a playful lovers' quarrel, she holds back an embrace briefly to see how much he misses her. After a small disagreement, taking a little time before making up can reveal how much the relationship matters.

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Kural 1302

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Tamil original · தமிழ்

உப்பமைந் தற்றால் புலவி அதுசிறிது

மிக்கற்றால் நீள விடல்.

Modern interpretation

A brief disagreement can add feeling to love, but dragging it out can sour the relationship. If a couple lets a small argument last all day, even affection can start to feel bitter.

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Kural 1303

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Tamil original · தமிழ்

அலந்தாரை அல்லல்நோய் செய்தற்றால் தம்மைப்

புலந்தாரைப் புல்லா விடல்.

Modern interpretation

When someone who loves you reaches out after a quarrel, refusing to respond only deepens the hurt. If a partner tries to make peace, a cold shoulder can turn a small disagreement into real pain.

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Kural 1304

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Tamil original · தமிழ்

ஊடி யவரை உணராமை வாடிய

வள்ளி முதலரிந் தற்று.

Modern interpretation

When someone already hurt reaches for peace, turning away can damage the bond even more. If a partner apologizes after an argument, refusing every attempt to reconnect may end the relationship.

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Kural 1305

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Tamil original · தமிழ்

நலத்தகை நல்லவர்க்கு ஏஎர் புலத்தகை

பூஅன்ன கண்ணார் அகத்து.

Modern interpretation

For a good and loving partner, a beloved's shy, playful reserve can be part of her charm. After a warm compliment, a bashful smile and mock annoyance can make the moment feel more tender.

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Kural 1306

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Tamil original · தமிழ்

துனியும் புலவியும் இல்லாயின் காமம்

கனியும் கருக்காயும் அற்று.

Modern interpretation

Love can need both small disagreements and deeper moments of reconciliation; without them, it may feel either stale or not yet mature. A couple who talks through a small irritation can value their closeness more afterward.

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Kural 1307

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Tamil original · தமிழ்

ஊடலின் உண்டாங்கோர் துன்பம் புணர்வது

நீடுவ தன்று கொல் என்று.

Modern interpretation

Even a playful quarrel can hurt when you fear that closeness may not return. After an argument, wondering whether your partner will still come back can make the waiting especially painful.

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Kural 1308

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Tamil original · தமிழ்

நோதல் எவன்மற்று நொந்தாரென்று அஃதறியும்

காதலர் இல்லா வழி.

Modern interpretation

Pain is hardest when no loved one understands why you are hurting. After a difficult day, sharing your feelings with a trusted partner can matter more than simply being told to cheer up.

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Kural 1309

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Tamil original · தமிழ்

நீரும் நிழலது இனிதே புலவியும்

வீழுநர் கண்ணே இனிது.

Modern interpretation

A teasing disagreement feels refreshing only where love already exists, like cool water in the shade. The same sharp words from a stranger would hurt instead of bringing two partners closer.

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Kural 1310

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Tamil original · தமிழ்

ஊடல் உணங்க விடுவாரோடு என்நெஞ்சம்

கூடுவேம் என்பது அவா.

Modern interpretation

Strong desire can draw someone back even to a partner who lets a quarrel drag on. After missing someone deeply, the heart may still hope to reunite even when that person has caused pain.

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