Tamil · Daily Life
kadigaaram
Clock; watch
A device that shows the time.
பிறந்தநாளுக்கு கடிகாரம் கிடைத்தது.
I got a watch for my birthday.
The word 'கடிகாரம்' (kadigaaram) combines 'கடி' (timekeeper) and 'காரம்' (device), reflecting its function as a time measurement tool, emphasizing the value of time in Tamil culture.
Used in both spoken and written contexts, it generally appears in informal conversations, but also finds its place in formal discussions about time management.