Khan: meaning, definitions and examples
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khan
[ kษหn ]
historical title
The term 'khan' is a historical title of nobility or authority that originates from Central Asia. It was used by various Turkic and Mongolic peoples to denote a ruler or a nobleman. The title became particularly associated with the Mongol Empire, where it was used to signify leadership over tribes or regions. In modern usage, 'khan' is still recognized in some cultures, particularly in Central Asia and among descendants of nomadic tribes.
Synonyms
chief, emir, leader, lord, ruler
Examples of usage
- Genghis Khan was a formidable ruler.
- The khan led his people across the steppes.
- Local khans wielded considerable power in the region.
- Historical records often mention the khan's vast territories.
Translations
Translations of the word "khan" in other languages:
๐ต๐น khan
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคพเคจ
๐ฉ๐ช Khan
๐ฎ๐ฉ khan
๐บ๐ฆ ั ะฐะฝ
๐ต๐ฑ khan
๐ฏ๐ต ใซใผใณ
๐ซ๐ท khan
๐ช๐ธ khan
๐น๐ท khan
๐ฐ๐ท ์นธ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฎุงู
๐จ๐ฟ khan
๐ธ๐ฐ khan
๐จ๐ณ ๆฑ
๐ธ๐ฎ khan
๐ฎ๐ธ khan
๐ฐ๐ฟ ั ะฐะฝ
๐ฌ๐ช แฎแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ xan
๐ฒ๐ฝ khan
Etymology
The word 'khan' has its origins in the Old Turkic word 'khan', which means 'ruler' or 'king'. This term was adopted by various nomadic tribes and later by the Mongols, where it became a prominent title during the Mongol Empire in the 13th century. The title was sometimes conferred upon rulers or nobles who had significant authority over a specific region or group of people. As the Mongol Empire expanded, the influence of the title 'khan' grew, leading to its usage in various cultures across Central and East Asia. Though primarily associated with the Mongols, the title was also used by Turkic tribes throughout history, reflecting their social and political structures. The title continues to hold cultural significance today, especially in areas with historical ties to the Mongol and Turkic peoples.