No. 814 in Tamil
ஏய
The Tamil word "ஏய" means "to rise" or "to ascend."
In a sentence
நான் புலவர் பேசுவதைக் கேட்க ஏயினேன்.
I keenly listened to the poet speaking.
Here, 'ஏயினேன்' refers to listening attentively or focusing on an action.
அவன் படத்தில் வரும் கதையைப் பற்றி ஏய வைத்தான்.
He intrigued me about the story coming in the movie.
In this context, 'ஏய' is used to express the meaning of capturing or sparking interest.
புதிய சாதனத்தை எப்படி பயன்படுத்துவது எனச் செவியாய் ஏய அன்புடன் நின்றான்.
He kindly stood attentively to learn how to use the new device.
'ஏய' denotes a state of attentiveness and open curiosity in this instance.
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