Tamil · Daily Life
நாற்காலி
naarkaali
Chair
Beginnernoun
Definition
A seat with a back, literally four legs.
Example
மேசையில் ஆறு நாற்காலிகள்.
There are six chairs at the table.
Etymology
The term 'நாற்காலி' (naarkaali) combines 'நாள்' (now) and 'காலி' (chair), emphasizing its function as a seat. Its usage has persisted since ancient times in describing furniture.
How & Where It’s Used
This word is commonly used in both formal and informal settings, mainly in spoken Tamil, and variations may exist among different Tamil-speaking communities.