Marathi · Work & Business
कार्यालय
karyalaya
Office
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A room or building where people work; everyday Marathi says office.
Example
मी नऊ वाजल्यापासून कार्यालयात असतो.
I am at the office from nine.
Etymology
The word 'कार्यालय' (karyalaya) is a composite of the Sanskrit 'कर्म' (karma) meaning 'work' and 'आलय' (alaya) meaning 'place', translating to 'place of work'.
How & Where It’s Used
'कार्यालय' is used in formal contexts, especially in discussions related to business and administration. It is primarily found in written Marathi.