Marathi · Daily Life
खिडकी
khidki
Window
Beginnernoun
Definition
An opening in a wall with glass that lets in light.
Example
खिडकी उघड, गरम होतंय.
Open the window, it is hot.
Etymology
The term 'खिडकी' (khidki) is derived from the Sanskrit root 'खिड़' (khidad) indicative of an opening or opening mechanism. It has seen consistent usage in Marathi to refer to windows or apertures in buildings.
How & Where It’s Used
It is commonly used in both spoken and written forms, spanning both informal and formal registers. There may be slight regional pronunciation differences, but it is widely understood across Maharashtra.