Telugu · Daily Life
కిటికీ
kitiki
Window
Beginnernoun
Definition
An opening in a wall with glass that lets in light.
Example
కిటికీ తెరువు, వేడిగా ఉంది.
Open the window, it is hot.
Etymology
'కిటికీ' (kitiki) derives from a possible combination of native Dravidian roots and has been consistently used in Telugu to denote a window. Its usage reflects the architectural features common in Telugu homes.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in both spoken and written forms, the term is generally informal but possesses a place in educational and architectural descriptions.