Telugu · Body & Health
ముక్కు
mukku
Nose
Beginnernoun
Definition
The part of the face used for smelling and breathing.
Example
జలుబుతో ముక్కు మూసుకుపోయింది.
My nose is blocked from a cold.
Etymology
'ముక్కు' (mukku) derives from the Sanskrit word 'नासिका' (nāsikā), meaning 'nose'. The nose is often associated with identity and sensory perception.
How & Where It’s Used
'ముక్కు' is prevalent in spoken language, especially in informal contexts. It is also commonly found in health-related discussions.