Aga Meaning in English

word

US

ˈɑɡə

AH-guh

UK

ˈɑːɡɐ

AH-guh

Definition

Aga is a historical title used in the Ottoman Empire and some other Muslim cultures, roughly meaning 'chief' or 'master', often given to military or administrative leaders.

Usage & Nuances

Mostly used in historical or cultural discussions. Not a common modern English word. Sometimes spelled 'agha'. Rarely used outside a historical context.

• Spanish: aga (título honorífico turco)
• Portuguese (BR): aga (título honorífico otomano)
• Portuguese (PT): aga (título honorífico otomano)
• Chinese (Simplified): 阿加 (奥斯曼土耳其的尊称)
• Chinese (Traditional): 阿加 (奧斯曼土耳其的尊稱)
• Hindi: आगा (तुर्की सम्मानजनक उपाधि)
• Arabic: آغا (لقب شرفي تركي)
• Bengali: আগা
• Russian: ага
• Japanese: アガー
• Vietnamese: Aga
• Korean: 아가
• Turkish: ağa
• Urdu: آغا
• Indonesian: aga

Example Sentences

The aga was a respected leader in the Ottoman Empire.

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Many stories tell of the wisdom of the aga.

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An aga had authority over his soldiers.

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He was appointed aga by the sultan himself.

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People in the village would always ask the aga for advice.

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The role of an aga changed as the Ottoman Empire evolved.

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