noun a term of respect for a man in India, especially one in a position of authority
Title of respect for a senior officer or official
Used in historical literature to denote a person of authority or status
Commonly used in Indian culture as a term of respect for a gentleman or superior
Used in Islamic culture as a term of respect for a person of authority or status
In the context of a writer, 'sahib' may be used as a term of respect when addressing someone of higher authority or status, such as a publisher or editor.
In the context of a psychologist, 'sahib' may be used as a term of respect when addressing a client or patient.
In the context of a military officer, 'sahib' may be used as a term of respect when addressing a superior officer.
In the context of a government official, 'sahib' may be used as a term of respect when addressing a higher-ranking official.
In the context of a business executive, 'sahib' may be used as a term of respect when addressing a senior executive or CEO.
In the context of a teacher, 'sahib' may be used as a term of respect when addressing a principal or headmaster.
In the context of a doctor, 'sahib' may be used as a term of respect when addressing a senior physician or specialist.
In the context of a lawyer, 'sahib' may be used as a term of respect when addressing a judge or senior partner.
In the context of a police officer, 'sahib' may be used as a term of respect when addressing a senior officer or commanding officer.