How to Pronounce "sahib"
word
/ˈsɑːhib/
SAH-hib
/sˈæhɪb/
sa-HIB
Definition
A respectful title used in South Asia, especially during British colonial times, to address European men or people of high status. It can sometimes simply mean 'sir' but is rarely used in modern English.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈsɑːhib/
British English
/sˈæhɪb/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SAH-hib
UK
sa-HIB
Listen in Context
The servant called his boss 'sahib'.
In the book, the British officer was called 'sahib' by everyone.
They greeted the visitor with a polite 'sahib'.
'Good morning, sahib,' the porter said as he opened the door.