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
1
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
1
A surname of Arabic origin.
"The Sharif family has lived in the city for three generations."
How to use sharif
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn Arabic honorific title, also used as a surname.
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Word forms
- Plural
- sharifs, ashraf, shurafa
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Etymology
From Arabic شَرِيف (šarīf), "noble" or "honorable."
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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