No. 943 in Tamil

தலம

The Tamil word "தலம" (Thalam) refers to "head" or "region/area" depending on the context.

In a sentence

அவரின் தலம மிக உயர்ந்தது.
His forehead is very prominent.
Here, "தலம" refers to the forehead, which is a part of the body.
இந்தப் பாட்டுக்கு தலம என்ன?
What is the rhythm for this song?
In this context, "தலம" means the rhythm or beat of a song in Tamil music tradition.
நான் குறிப்பு தலமைப்படி செய்தேன்.
I prepared it according to the instructions.
Here, "தலம" is used to mean a prescribed order or guidelines in a procedural context.

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