No. 174 in Tamil
அழ
To cry or to weep.
In a sentence
நான் நேற்று படம் பார்த்தபோது அழுதேன்.
Yesterday, I cried while watching a movie.
Here, the word "அழ" refers to the act of crying, conveying emotion.
அவர் அழைப்புக்கு பின்வந்தார்.
He arrived following the call.
Here, the word "அழ" is part of "அழைப்பு," which means a 'call' or 'invitation,' showing a different usage.
வேர்களை பிடிக்க, இவை மண்ணை அழுத்துகின்றன.
To grip the roots, these press the soil.
Here, "அழ" is a root word in "அழுத்த" meaning 'press.' It indicates exerting pressure.
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