noun
sarkar
SUR-kah
Sarkar (noun) means In South Asian usage, a term for "the government" or "the state.". Example: “Villagers complained that the sarkar had ignored their petition for years.”
noun
1
In South Asian usage, a term for "the government" or "the state."
"Villagers complained that the sarkar had ignored their petition for years."
2
A historical administrative district used in South Asia under Muslim rule.
"The region was once organized into several sarkars under the Mughal administration."
How to use sarkar
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA South Asian term meaning "the government" or "authorities."
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Etymology
From Persian "sarkar," a compound of "sar" ("head") and "kar" ("agent" or "doer").
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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