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The Tamil script is the writing system used to write the Tamil language, which is primarily spoken in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu and the northeastern region of Sri Lanka. It is also used by Tamil-speaking communities around the world. The script is known as "Tamil script" or "Tamil writing system"...
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The Tamil script is the writing system used to write the Tamil language, which is primarily spoken in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu and the northeastern region of Sri Lanka. It is also used by Tamil-speaking communities around the world. The script is known as "Tamil script" or "Tamil writing system" and is an abugida, which means that each character represents a consonant with an inherent vowel sound that can be modified with diacritical marks to represent different vowel sounds. The Tamil script is known for its beautiful and intricate characters, which are often written from left to right. It has a total of 247 characters, including consonants, vowels, and various combinations to represent different sounds. The script is used not only for Tamil but also for writing other languages spoken in South India, like Malayalam, Kannada, and Telugu, to some extent, with slight modifications. Tamil is one of the oldest surviving classical languages in the world, and its script has a rich history and heritage. It has been used for a wide range of literature, including classical poetry, religious texts, and modern prose. read less
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We can form as many sentences as possible in 'present tense', by adding the following: He VERB+kiraan. She VERB+kiraal. I VERB+kiraen You VERB+kiraai We VERB+kiroam They VERB+kiraargal
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