Chalu
चालू
CHA-loo
Chalu (चालू) is a Hindi-origin word used in Indian English, meaning a term meaning 'current' or 'ongoing' in Hindi. In crosswords it is the 5-letter answer CHALU (5).
Meaning & usage
In Hindi, 'Chalu' refers to something that is currently in progress or ongoing. It is often used in everyday conversation to describe activities, projects, or events that are active. The term can also imply that something is functioning or operational.
In a sentence
The meeting is chalu, so please do not disturb.
Chalu as a crossword answer
Chalu is a 5-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A term meaning 'current' or 'ongoing' in Hindi” (5)
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