Hindi · Daily Life
khidki
Window
An opening in a wall with glass to let in light.
खिड़की खोलो, गर्मी है।
Open the window, it is hot.
'खिड़की' (khidki) is derived from a combination of the Hindi root 'खिड़' which means to open. The term likely has regional influences from older Indo-Aryan languages.
Used in everyday conversation, 'खिड़की' is common in both formal and informal settings. It has standard acceptance across Hindi-speaking regions.