எதற

எதற

The Tamil word "எதற" translates to "what for" or "why" in English, depending on the context.

Here, 'எதற' is used as an interrogative word meaning 'why'.

எதற நீதான் இங்கே வந்தாய்?

Why did you come here?

Here, 'எதற' is employed to convey an unspecified or unknown reason.

எதற்ள எல்லையைக் கடந்தோம் என்று நினைக்கிறேன்.

I think we crossed the boundary for some reason.

In this context, 'எதற' suggests the cause or reason for an action or event.

ஏதோ எதற சிரித்ததால் சந்தோஷமாக இருந்தேன்.

I felt happy because of someone smiling for some reason.