Tamil · Daily Life

படுக்கை

padukkai

Bed

Beginnernoun

Definition

A piece of furniture for sleeping.

Example

நள்ளிரவுக்கு முன் படுக்கைக்கு போவேன்.

I go to bed before midnight.

Etymology

The word 'படுக்கை' (padukkai) directly translates to 'bed' and is rooted in the tradition of sleep and rest in Tamil culture, emphasizing comfort and relaxation.

How & Where It’s Used

Primarily used in everyday conversation, it is apt for both written and spoken contexts, found in literature, health discussions, and household items.

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furniture

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