Telugu · Body & Health

కడుపు

kadupu

Stomach; belly

Beginnernoun

Definition

The front part of the body below the chest.

Example

తిన్న తర్వాత కడుపు నొప్పి.

My stomach hurts after eating.

Etymology

'కడుపు' (kadupu) is derived from a Proto-Dravidian root, with its historical meaning closely relating to the stomach area in various Dravidian languages. It reflects anthropological connections to food and sustenance.

How & Where It’s Used

'కడుపు' is used informally to refer to the belly or stomach in both spoken and written Telugu. Contexts may include health discussions, family settings, or culinary experiences across regions.

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