noun
shastri
Shastri (noun) means a teacher or scholar of traditional Hindu scriptures (shastras). Example: “The shastri explained the ancient text to his students.”
noun
1
A teacher or scholar of traditional Hindu scriptures (shastras).
"The shastri explained the ancient text to his students."
name
1
A surname of Sanskrit origin, often taken by scholars of Hindu scripture.
"Lal Bahadur Shastri served as Prime Minister of India."
How to use shastri
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA title or surname for a scholar of Hindu religious texts.
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Etymology
From Hindi शास्त्री (śāstrī), meaning "one learned in the shastras."
Frequently asked questions
What does “shastri” mean?
The word “shastri” means a teacher or scholar of traditional Hindu scriptures (shastras). In plain terms, a title or surname for a scholar of Hindu religious texts.
How do you use “shastri” in a sentence?
Here is “shastri” used in a sentence: “The shastri explained the ancient text to his students.”
What part of speech is “shastri”?
Depending on how it is used, “shastri” can be a noun and a name.
Where does the word “shastri” come from?
The word “shastri” comes from Hindi. From Hindi शास्त्री (śāstrī), meaning "one learned in the shastras.".
How many meanings does “shastri” have?
“Shastri” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a teacher or scholar of traditional Hindu scriptures (shastras).
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