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why in Tamil

why in Tamil is ஏன், எதற்கு — why means for what reason or purpose; used to ask a question.

why in Tamil

ஏன்
adv
Pronounced: ēṉ
(interrogative) for what reason
எதற்கு
adv
Pronounced: etaṟku
(interrogative) for what reason

What does "why" mean?

  1. adv For what reason or purpose; used to ask a question.
    "Why did you leave so early?"
  2. noun The reason behind something.
    "We may never learn the why of his decision."
  3. intj Used to express mild surprise or to introduce a remark.
    "Why, I never expected to see you here!"

why in a sentence

  • Why did you leave so early?
  • I don't know why she said that.
  • We may never learn the why of his decision.
  • Understanding the why helps you accept the outcome.

Similar words in Tamil

Common Tamil translations

Frequently asked questions

why என்ற சொல்லின் தமிழ் அர்த்தம் என்ன?

"why" in Tamil is ஏன், எதற்கு. why means: For what reason or purpose; used to ask a question.

How do you pronounce ஏன்?

"why" in Tamil is ஏன், pronounced "ēṉ".

How do you use "why" in a sentence?

Example: "Why did you leave so early?" In Tamil, "why" is ஏன், எதற்கு.

Are there other ways to say "why" in Tamil?

Yes — Tamil has 2 translations listed for "why": ஏன், எதற்கு.

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