Telugu · Food & Drink
పాలు
paalu
Milk
Beginnernoun
Definition
A white drink; always plural in Telugu like water.
Example
పిల్లాడు రాత్రి పాలు తాగుతాడు.
The child drinks milk at night.
Etymology
The term 'పాలు' (paalu) comes from the Sanskrit word 'दुग्ध' (dugdha), meaning milk. It reflects the historical importance of dairy in the Indian diet.
How & Where It’s Used
'పాలు' is widely used in both casual and formal dialogues regarding nutrition and recipes. It is prevalent in everyday conversation across various Telugu-speaking regions.