Virama
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Virama is a noun meaning A diacritic used in most writing systems of the Indian subcontinent to signify the lack of an inherent vowel.
Meaning
A diacritic used in most writing systems of the Indian subcontinent to signify the lack of an inherent vowel.
More Meanings
- A sign which serves the same purpose in any writing system.
Example Sentences
a Devanagari example: क (ka) + ् = क् (k)
Word Forms
- viramas
Synonyms for virama
Depending on context, synonyms include halant, killer.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include halant, anusvara, matra, avagraha, killer, majhul.
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