Tamil · Daily Life
மேசை
mesai
Table
Beginnernoun
Definition
A piece of furniture with a flat top.
Example
இரவு உணவு மேசையில் உள்ளது.
Dinner is on the table.
Etymology
Derived from the Tamil root 'மேசை' (mesai), its etymology can be traced back to terms referring to surfaces for placing items, suggesting communal and familial interaction over meals.
How & Where It’s Used
Widely used in both spoken and written forms, 'மேசை' sees usage in formal contexts such as restaurants or households and casual settings alike. It is understood across all Tamil-speaking regions.