Nattrinai illustrates and depicts the way of life, habitat, family structure and different flourishing occupations during the sangam literature period. Moreover the songs emphasize the significance of childbirth and the joy it brings to the family especially the mother. Wide variety of words were employed to uniquely identify the habitat, occupations and industries of the era. Each song vividly describes the nuances of the profession and its intricacies. Among the professions which had detailed portrayals include washing, pottery, jewels, medicine, commerce and astrology.