rani
1 synonym for rani, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A queen or princess in the Indian subcontinent, or the wife of a rajah.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
ranee
Etymology
From Sanskrit rājñī, "queen," the same root that gives Latin regina — making rani and regina distant word cousins.
Full origin of rani →Frequently asked questions
What does “rani” mean?
The word “rani” means a queen or princess in the Indian subcontinent, or the wife of a rajah. In plain terms, the female equivalent of a rajah — a queen or princess.
How do you pronounce “rani”?
“Rani” is pronounced RAH-nee (/ˈɹɑː.niː/ in IPA).
How do you use “rani” in a sentence?
Here is “rani” used in a sentence: “The rani ruled the kingdom wisely after her husband's death.”
What part of speech is “rani”?
“Rani” is a noun.
Where does the word “rani” come from?
The word “rani” comes from Latin. From Sanskrit rājñī, "queen," the same root that gives Latin regina — making rani and regina distant word cousins.
