Tamil · Work & Business
முதலாளி
mudhalali
Boss; owner
Beginnernoun
Definition
The owner or boss at work.
Example
முதலாளி இன்று பிசியாக இருக்கிறார்.
The boss is busy today.
Etymology
'முதலாளி' (mudhalali) combines 'முதல்' (first) and 'ஆளி' (holder/ruler), originally signifying the leader or owner of a business. The term has historical significance in trade and commerce.
How & Where It’s Used
'முதலாளி' is predominantly used in formal settings related to work and business discussions. It is recognized widely across all Tamil-speaking regions.