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Kaveri

KAH-vih-ree

Kaveri (name) means a major river flowing through the Indian states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. Example: “The Kaveri has long been central to farming across southern India.”

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A major river flowing through the Indian states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.

"The Kaveri has long been central to farming across southern India."

A female given name popular in South India.

"Her parents named her Kaveri after the sacred river."

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In plain EnglishA major South Indian river, and also a given name inspired by it.

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Rhymes for Kaveri

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Kaveri” mean?

The word “Kaveri” means a major river flowing through the Indian states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. In plain terms, a major South Indian river, and also a given name inspired by it.

How do you pronounce “Kaveri”?

“Kaveri” is pronounced KAH-vih-ree (/ˈkɑːvɪɹi/ in IPA).

How do you use “Kaveri” in a sentence?

Here is “Kaveri” used in a sentence: “The Kaveri has long been central to farming across southern India.”

What part of speech is “Kaveri”?

“Kaveri” is a name.

How many meanings does “Kaveri” have?

“Kaveri” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a major river flowing through the Indian states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.