Kerala

/ˈkɛrələ/ noun

Definition

a state in southwestern India known for its backwaters, spices, and high literacy rate

Etymology

possibly from Malayalam 'kera' (coconut) + 'alam' (land), meaning 'land of coconuts'

Kelly Says

Kerala literally means 'land of coconuts' and boy, do they have coconuts! This Indian state has nearly 100% literacy and is famous for its beautiful backwaters and spice trade history.

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