No. 230 in Tamil
தவ
The Tamil word "தவ" (Tava) means "penance," "austerity," or "spiritual discipline."
In a sentence
அவர் தவழ்ந்து தரையில் நடந்தார்.
He crawled on the ground.
The word 'தவ' (tava) appears as part of 'தவழ்ந்து' (tavalnthu), which implies 'to crawl' or 'move on four limbs'.
தவம் செய்வதன் மூலம் மனசாந்தி கிடைக்கும்.
Peace of mind can be attained through penance.
The word 'தவம்' (tavam) means 'penance,' signifying a spiritual or ascetic practice.
கவனக்குறைவின் தவறாக, அவர் முக்கியமான தகவலை தவற விட்டார்.
As a mistake of inattentiveness, he missed an important detail.
The word 'தவ' (tava) is part of 'தவறாக' (tavarga), meaning 'as a mistake,' denoting an error or oversight.
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