Gujarati · Daily Life
ઘડિયાળ
ghadiyal
Clock; watch
Beginnernoun
Definition
A device that shows the time.
Example
જન્મદિવસે ઘડિયાળ મળી.
I got a watch for my birthday.
Etymology
'ઘડિયાળ' (ghadiyal) derives from the Sanskrit term 'घडिअउं' (ghaḍiāuṃ), which means a timekeeper or clock, showcasing the evolution of timekeeping devices.
How & Where It’s Used
'ઘડિયાળ' is utilized in both formal and informal contexts, primarily when referencing timekeeping devices in Gujarati households. It is commonly used across all regions.