Tamil · Common Verbs

வர

vara

To come

Beginnerverb

Definition

To move toward the speaker or a place.

Example

இன்றிரவு எங்கள் வீட்டுக்கு வாருங்கள்!

Come to our house tonight!

Etymology

The word 'வர' (vara) originates from the Proto-Dravidian roots and has been used in various forms across Dravidian languages. Historically, it signifies the action of arrival or coming towards a location or person.

How & Where It’s Used

'வர' is commonly used in both spoken and written Tamil, with a neutral register. It is prevalent across all Tamil-speaking regions, used in everyday conversations as well as in formal contexts, such as invitations or announcements.

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