Tamil · Body & Health

கண்

kan

Eye

Beginnernoun

Definition

The part of the body used for seeing; kanmani, eye's jewel, is an endearment.

Example

அவள் கண்கள் அழகாக உள்ளன.

Her eyes are beautiful.

Etymology

The Tamil word 'கண்' (kan) derives from the Proto-Dravidian '*kaṇ', meaning 'eye'. Its meaning has remained largely unchanged through history.

How & Where It’s Used

'கண்' (kan) is prevalent in both spoken and written Tamil, encompassing both formal and informal contexts, often related to health and perception.

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