Tamil · Emotions & Feelings
ஆச்சரியம்
aachariyam
Surprise
Intermediatenoun
Definition
The feeling of wonder at something unexpected.
Example
அவர் முடிவு எனக்கு ஆச்சரியம்.
His decision surprised me.
Etymology
'ஆச்சரியம்' (aachariyam) derives from the root associated with wonder or astonishment. The word reflects the emotional response to unexpected events.
How & Where It’s Used
It is used in both formal and informal contexts, often in conversations and written texts expressing surprise or amazement.