Refine this word faster

Stronger alternatives Opposite tone Use in context Cross-language nuance

Virama

noun

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A diacritic used in most writing systems of the Indian subcontinent to signify the lack of an inherent vowel.

    "a Devanagari example: क (ka) + ् = क् (k)"

  2. 2
    A sign which serves the same purpose in any writing system.

Etymology

Borrowed from Sanskrit विराम (virāma, “stop”).

See also for "virama"

Synonyms Antonyms Rhymes Sentences Translate Word Type Pronunciation Word Forms

Next best steps

Find stronger synonymsSee usage examplesCheck pronunciation

Mini challenge

Unscramble this word: virama