No. 446 in Tamil
மனத
The Tamil word "மனத" (manatha) means "mind" or "heart" in English, referring to emotions or inner thoughts.
In a sentence
மனது அமைதியாக இருந்தது.
The mind was calm.
Here, 'மனது' refers to 'the mind', describing its state as being calm.
அவரின் மனதில் ஏதோ சிந்தனைகள் ஓடின.
There were thoughts running in his mind.
Here, 'மனதில்' highlights 'in the mind', referring to the thoughts occupying his mind.
உள்ளத்தின் மனதையும் கலக்காதீர்கள்.
Do not disturb the inner mind.
In this sentence, 'மனது' is metaphorically referring to one's inner sentiments or feelings, asking them not to be disturbed.
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