Slangora

kakdi

An Indian term for cucumber, used in Hindi and related South Asian languages, and common in Indian English in everyday speech.

ˈkækdiSilenthistorical160 viewsLast reviewed Jun 29, 2026+ Add a definition
🗺️ Regional & Other
2 definitions
Community

Definitions

IN
#1·Apr 28, 2026IN

An Indian term for cucumber, used in Hindi and related South Asian languages, and common in Indian English in everyday speech. Kakdi is a staple ingredient in Indian salads and raitas and the word crosses naturally into English conversation in Indian households and restaurants.

She sliced up some kakdi and tomato with a pinch of chaat masala for a quick snack.
Origin: From Hindi and Marathi kakdi, the word for cucumber. Editorial expansion authored on Slangora.
Was this helpful?

Comments

Global
#2·Apr 27, 2026Global

(India) cucumber.

For parents

Kakdi means: cucumber.. It is mainly Indian English and may not be understood outside that context. There is no real cause for parental concern; it is descriptive vocabulary rather than risky behaviour. If your teen uses it, context will usually make the intent clear. A short, curious question about where they heard it is usually all that is needed to know whether to follow up.

For ESL learners

kakdi means: cucumber.. Register: informal, Indian English. Often not understood outside its region; gloss the word on first use when writing for an international audience. Common learner mistake is using the word in a register it does not fit, or assuming a single global meaning; always check the context before producing it yourself. A formal-English equivalent (a synonym or descriptive phrase) is usually safer in writing. When in doubt, paraphrase rather than reuse the slang form.

Was this helpful?

Comments

Used in

GlobalIN

Have a better definition?

Add your own interpretation of "kakdi".

Add definition

🗺️About Regional & Other slang

Regional slang from around the English-speaking world — British, Australian, Irish, Caribbean, Nigerian, Filipino, AAVE, and the hyphenated-English dialects that make the internet sound local.

See all Regional & Other slang on Slangora.

Tags

Other words near "kakdi" (K)

Browse all slang words starting with K.

Related terms

People also read

Semantically related