No. 178 in Tamil

ரய

The Tamil word "ரய" does not have an independent meaning and may be a part of a larger word or phrase.

In a sentence

பேருந்து ரயத்தில் சீட்டு கிடைக்கவில்லை.
I couldn't get a seat in the train coach.
In this context, 'ரய' refers to 'coach' or 'compartment', as used for a mode of transport like a train.
அவர் குறிப்பிட்ட செய்தி மிகவும் ரயமாக உள்ளது.
The news he mentioned is very sensitive.
Here, 'ரய' metaphorically stands for sensitivity or precision regarding information or a subject.
இந்த விவகாரத்தில் ரயமாக சிந்தித்தால் முடிவு தெளிவாக வரும்.
If you think carefully about the matter, the solution will become clear.
In this instance, 'ரய' implies thoroughness or carefulness in thinking or acting.

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