Saakli
साखळी
SAH-klee
A traditional Indian game similar to tag.
Meaning & usage
Saakli, also known as chain tag, is a traditional Indian game often played by children. It involves one player trying to tag others, who then join hands to form a chain, making it more challenging for the remaining players to avoid being tagged. The game is popular in Maharashtra and reflects the communal and playful spirit of Indian childhood.
In a sentence
During the festival, the children gathered in the courtyard to play a lively game of Saakli.
As seen in crosswords
Saakli is a 6-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A traditional Indian game similar to tag” (6)
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