Tamil · Body & Health
கால்
kaal
Leg; foot
Beginnernoun
Definition
The lower limb used for walking.
Example
நடந்ததால் கால் வலிக்கிறது.
My legs hurt from walking.
Etymology
The term 'கால்' (kaal) comes from the Proto-Dravidian '*kāḷi', meaning 'leg or foot'. Its usage has been consistent across various Tamil-speaking regions.
How & Where It’s Used
'கால்' (kaal) is commonly utilized in both spoken and written Tamil, used in both formal and informal contexts, particularly related to health.