Tamil · Family & People

மகள்

magal

Daughter

Beginnernoun

Definition

A female child.

Example

என் மகளுக்கு ஓவியம் பிடிக்கும்.

My daughter likes drawing.

Etymology

'மகள்' (magal) is derived from the Proto-Dravidian root '*magan', which generally refers to 'daughter'. The term resonates with cultural values surrounding female offspring.

How & Where It’s Used

Used in both speaking and writing, often in emotional or cultural contexts to discuss daughters. It can carry both formal and informal tones.

Watch “Daughter” pronunciation on YouTube
family

Related Terms