noun Uncommon

sharif

Sharif (noun) means a traditional Arab title given to someone entrusted with protecting a tribe and its interests. Example: “The sharif settled the dispute between the two families.”

noun

A traditional Arab title given to someone entrusted with protecting a tribe and its interests.

"The sharif settled the dispute between the two families."

name

A surname of Arabic origin.

"The Sharif family has lived in the city for three generations."

How to use sharif

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishAn Arabic honorific title, also used as a surname.

Word forms

sharifs plural, ashraf plural, shurafa plural, Sharifs plural

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Etymology

From Arabic شَرِيف (šarīf), "noble" or "honorable."

Origin: Arabic

Frequently asked questions

What does “sharif” mean?

The word “sharif” means a traditional Arab title given to someone entrusted with protecting a tribe and its interests. In plain terms, an Arabic honorific title, also used as a surname.

How do you use “sharif” in a sentence?

Here is “sharif” used in a sentence: “The sharif settled the dispute between the two families.”

What part of speech is “sharif”?

Depending on how it is used, “sharif” can be a noun and a name.

Where does the word “sharif” come from?

The word “sharif” comes from Arabic. From Arabic شَرِيف (šarīf), "noble" or "honorable.".

Is “sharif” a common word?

“Sharif” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “sharif” have?

“Sharif” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a traditional Arab title given to someone entrusted with protecting a tribe and its interests.

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