No. 29 in Tamil
ஆம
The Tamil word "ஆம" means "Yes" in English.
In a sentence
ஆமா, நானும் வருகிறேன்.
Yes, I am also coming.
In this sentence, 'ஆமா' is used as an affirming reply to a question or statement.
ஆம, இது சரியான விடை.
Indeed, this is the correct answer.
Here, 'ஆம' is utilized to agree with a presented fact or declaration.
ஆம சொல்லும் பேரை கேட்டு மகிழ்ந்தேன்.
I was happy to hear the name 'Aama'.
In this example, 'ஆம' is used as a noun, likely representing a name or an entity, demonstrating its contextual flexibility.
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