No. 75 in Marathi
सर
The Marathi word "सर" can mean "Sir" (a respectful title) or "essence," "motion," or "flow," depending on context.
In a sentence
सर वर्गात अभ्यास शिकवत आहेत.
The teacher is teaching a lesson in the class.
Here, 'सर' (sir) is used as a respectful address for a male teacher.
पाण्याचा सर अंगावर आला.
A spray of water fell on the body.
'सर' is used to mean 'a spray' or 'a drizzle' in this context.
त्याने स्पर्धेत पहिला सर मारला.
He achieved the first rank in the competition.
'सर' here indicates 'rank' or 'position,' representing achievement or standing in an event.
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