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sarkar

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Noun — In South Asian usage, a term for "the government" or "the state."

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Etymology

From Persian "sarkar," a compound of "sar" ("head") and "kar" ("agent" or "doer").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “sarkar” mean?

The word “sarkar” means in South Asian usage, a term for "the government" or "the state.". In plain terms, a South Asian term meaning "the government" or "authorities.".

How do you pronounce “sarkar”?

“Sarkar” is pronounced SUR-kah (/ˈsɜːkɑː/ in IPA).

How do you use “sarkar” in a sentence?

Here is “sarkar” used in a sentence: “Villagers complained that the sarkar had ignored their petition for years.”

What part of speech is “sarkar”?

“Sarkar” is a noun.

Where does the word “sarkar” come from?

The word “sarkar” comes from Persian. From Persian "sarkar," a compound of "sar" ("head") and "kar" ("agent" or "doer").

How many meanings does “sarkar” have?

“Sarkar” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in South Asian usage, a term for "the government" or "the state.".

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