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Effendi: meaning, definitions and examples

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effendi

 

[ ษ›fหˆษ›ndi ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

title, honorific

The term 'effendi' is a title of respect used in various Middle Eastern cultures, historically used to address a person of high status or authority, often in administrative, military, or scholarly roles. It can denote a gentleman or sir, conveying dignity and esteem. The title has its roots in the Ottoman Empire, where it was commonly applied to educated men, especially those involved in government. Although its usage has diminished in contemporary times, 'effendi' still signifies respect when addressing someone of importance.

Synonyms

gentleman, noble, sir

Examples of usage

  • The effendi gave an important speech.
  • She addressed him as effendi to show respect.
  • The local effendi made decisions for the community.

Translations

Translations of the word "effendi" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น efendi

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เคซเฅ‡เคจเฅเคกเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Effendi

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ effendi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะตั„ะตะฝะดั–

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ efendi

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚จใƒ•ใ‚งใƒณใƒ‡ใ‚ฃ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท effendi

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ efendi

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท efendi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์—ํŽœ๋””

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฅูŠูู†ุฏูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ efendi

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ efendi

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅŸƒ่Šฌ่ฟช

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ efendi

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ effendi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัั„ั„ะตะฝะดะธ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ”แƒคแƒ”แƒœแƒ“แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ effendi

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ efendi

Etymology

The word 'effendi' derives from the Turkish 'efendi', which is a form of the Arabic word 'sayyid', meaning 'master' or 'lord'. It was adopted into many languages during the Ottoman period, when the empire was at its peak, and became a common expression of respect for men of education and status. The spread of the term reflected the influence of Ottoman culture across the Balkans, Middle East, and North Africa. Over time, 'effendi' came to symbolize not only a person's rank but also their refinement and gentlemanly qualities. The title was integral to the social hierarchies of the time, serving as a marker of authority and civility in both public and private interactions. As modernism swept through these regions, the use of 'effendi' has become less formalized but maintains a place in historical and cultural contexts.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,585, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.