Harms in Malayalam

ദ്രോഹി (drohi) names the one who harms, betrays or oppresses, and carries the related idea of harming itself. It is a strong accusation in Malayalam, common in political speech. Pronounce it dro-hi, with a clear h.

Most common translation

ദ്രോഹി (drohi)

One who harms or injures or oppresses. n. harming, injuring, malicious.

പൂച്ചയെ ഉപദ്രവിച്ചവന്‍ ഒരു ദ്രോഹി ആണ്.

poochaye upadravichavan oru drohi aanu.

The one who hurt the cat is one who harms.

Dictionary entry

ദ്രോഹി (drohi) is used mainly as a noun for a person who does harm or acts treacherously, so it accuses someone rather than simply describing damage.

Common questions

How do you say harms in Malayalam?

ദ്രോഹി (drohi) is the related word, meaning one who harms or injures.

Is ദ്രോഹി (drohi) a mild word?

Not at all. It suggests deliberate harm or betrayal, never accidental damage.