No. 369 in Tamil

சத

The Tamil word "சத" means "hundred" or "cent."

In a sentence

சதவீதம் 90% பெற்றவன் முதல் மாணவன்.
The person who scored 90% is the top student.
In this usage, 'சத' is part of 'சதவீதம்,' representing a percentage.
அவர் தனது பிளான் சதமாகயே நிலைநிறுத்தினார்.
He completely finalized his plan successfully.
Here, 'சத' is used to denote entirety or wholeness.
தன்னம்பிக்கை இல்லாதது அவருக்கு சதவாய்ப்பு இல்லை.
Without self-confidence, he has no chance.
In this instance, 'சத' is part of 'சதவாய்ப்பு,' signifying scope or opportunity.

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