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The Perfect Progressive Theory in Tamil Grammar is a unique aspect of the tense system that describes an ongoing action that started in the past and continues until the present. It is formed by combining the Perfect Tense and Progressive Tense markers.
In Tamil, the Perfect Tense is formed by adding the auxiliary verb “iru” (to be) in its appropriate form, followed by the main verb in its past participle form. The Progressive Tense is formed by adding the auxiliary verb “tirumba” (to keep) in its appropriate form, followed by the main verb with the suffix “-il” attached.
When these two tenses are combined, the result is the Perfect Progressive Tense in Tamil. It is used to convey actions or events that have been ongoing in the past and continue until the present. It expresses a sense of duration and continuity.
For example, “avan padikkirom” (He has been studying) combines the Perfect marker “iru” with the Progressive marker “tirumba” to indicate that the person has been continuously studying from the past until the present moment.
Overall, the Perfect Progressive Theory enhances the flexibility and richness of the Tamil language by allowing speakers to express ongoing actions that have persisted over time.
