Tamil · Body & Health

கால்

kaal

Leg; foot

Beginnernoun

Definition

The lower limb used for walking.

Example

நடந்ததால் கால் வலிக்கிறது.

My legs hurt from walking.

Etymology

The term 'கால்' (kaal) comes from the Proto-Dravidian '*kāḷi', meaning 'leg or foot'. Its usage has been consistent across various Tamil-speaking regions.

How & Where It’s Used

'கால்' (kaal) is commonly utilized in both spoken and written Tamil, used in both formal and informal contexts, particularly related to health.

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