Meaning of LETTERS

LETTERS

Language - ENGLISH

Tamil Word - கடிதம், மடல்

Letters or Documents. Example: Merchants and traders exchanged 'kaduthas' or letters to negotiate deals and confirm transactions related to the goods transported on the 'sandu' vessels. The term 'kadutha' is derived from the Portuguese word 'carta,' meaning letter or document. In historical Tamil Nadu, 'kaduthas' played a crucial role in communication and documentation, especially in trade and commerce. These letters or documents could contain various information, such as trade agreements, invoices, bills of lading, or official correspondence. Understanding the use of 'kaduthas' helps shed light on the administrative and commercial practices of the time.