Honorifics & Register
-साहब (Sir)
A respectful title added after names — like 'Sir' or 'Mr.'
Example
शर्मा साहब, नमस्ते
Mr. Sharma, hello
Usage Notes
From Arabic via Urdu. More formal than जी and carries a sense of authority or deference. The feminine form is साहिबा, though it's less commonly used.
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Related — Honorifics & Register
आप (Formal 'you')
The polite/respectful way to say 'you' — use with elders, strangers, professionals
तुम (Casual 'you')
The casual way to say 'you' — use with friends, younger people, equals
तू (Intimate 'you')
Very close or rude 'you' — only for best friends, children, or God. Can be offensive!
-जी (Respectful)
Added after names to show respect — like saying 'Mr.' or 'Sir'