A matki or matka (Hindi and Urdu: maṭkī, maṭkā) in South Asia is an earthen pot used as a home "water storage cooler".

It has been in use since ancient times and can be found in houses of every social class.

Making a matka is a long process of at least 8 days.

The clay is mixed with water, shaped, finished, polished, dried and fired in a kiln for 5 days.

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