No. 297 in Tamil
சற
The Tamil word "சற" means "to slip" or "to slide."
In a sentence
காற்று சறந்து பள்ளத்தில் இருந்து மலையை கடந்து வந்தது.
The wind swept through the valley and over the mountain.
Here, 'சற' is used to describe a swift, gliding motion performed by the wind.
அவள் சொற்களை சறவகை தன் புத்தகத்தில் எழுதினாள்.
She neatly organized her words into her book.
In this sentence, 'சற' metaphorically suggests orderly and precise arrangement.
சிறுவர்கள் மழையில் சறக்கி விளையாடினர்.
The children skidded and played in the rain.
Here, 'சற' is used to describe a sliding or slipping action on a surface.
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