Indian Cultural Terms

noun a term of respect for a man in India, especially one in a position of authority

• The sahib requested a meeting with the board of directors.
• The sahib is hosting a dinner party tonight.
• Hey sahib, let's grab a drink after work.
• She was the sahib of the office, always in control and respected by all.

noun a Hindu religious ascetic or monk who has renounced the material world and lives a life of meditation and self-denial

• The sannyasi renounced all material possessions and devoted their life to spiritual pursuits.
• The sannyasi is always seen meditating by the river.
• That sannyasi is really on another level with their meditation practices.
• Becoming a sannyasi in today's world could mean disconnecting from the chaos of everyday life.

noun a term of respect for a father or older man, especially Mahatma Gandhi in India

• Mahatma Gandhi is often referred to as Bapu, a term of endearment meaning father.
• Let's go visit Bapu's house in Porbandar during our trip to India.
• Hey, did you catch that new documentary on Bapu's life?
• The community leader was considered the bapu of the neighborhood, always offering guidance and support.