No. 44 in Tamil
தன
The Tamil word "தன" means "self" or "individual."
In a sentence
அவள் தன வேலையை செய்து கொண்டிருந்தாள்.
She was doing her own work.
Here, 'தன' indicates 'own', showing possession or association.
தன பலத்தை நம்பு என்று கூறினார் ஆசிரியர்.
The teacher said, 'Believe in your own strength.'
In this sentence, 'தன' reflects self-association or self-reliance.
தன நற்பணி தொடங்கியது.
The noble service has begun.
In this context, 'தன' can portray individuality or distinctiveness, qualifying 'service' as unique or noble.
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