Tamil · Body & Health
காது
kaadhu
Ear
Beginnernoun
Definition
The part of the body used for hearing.
Example
முயலுக்கு நீண்ட காதுகள்.
Rabbits have long ears.
Etymology
The term 'காது' (kaadhu) traces back to the Proto-Dravidian '*kāṭu', meaning 'ear'. This term has continuous usage across Tamil linguistic history.
How & Where It’s Used
'காது' (kaadhu) is commonly used in spoken and written language, in both formal and informal registers, particularly in health contexts.