Tamil · Daily Life

கடை

kadai

Shop

Beginnernoun

Definition

A place where goods are sold; the tea kadai is the social hub.

Example

டீ கடையில் நண்பர்களை சந்திப்போம்.

We meet friends at the tea shop.

Etymology

The word 'கடை' (kadai) means 'shop' and has roots that signify places of commerce and trade, reflecting the socio-economic framework of Tamil society.

How & Where It’s Used

Used in casual conversation and frequently seen in written forms; it applies to both informal and formal discussions regarding markets and business.

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