noun Uncommon

Sikh

seek

Sikh (noun) means a follower of Sikhism, a religion founded in the Punjab region of South Asia. Example: “Many Sikhs wear a turban as part of their faith.”

noun

A follower of Sikhism, a religion founded in the Punjab region of South Asia.

"Many Sikhs wear a turban as part of their faith."

adj

Relating to Sikhs or Sikhism.

"They visited a Sikh temple, or gurdwara, during their trip."

How to use Sikh

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA person who follows Sikhism, or something related to that religion.

Word forms

more Sikh comparative, Sikhs plural, most Sikh superlative

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Etymology

Borrowed from Punjabi sikkha, meaning "disciple" or "learner".

Frequently asked questions

What does “Sikh” mean?

The word “Sikh” means a follower of Sikhism, a religion founded in the Punjab region of South Asia. In plain terms, a person who follows Sikhism, or something related to that religion.

How do you pronounce “Sikh”?

“Sikh” is pronounced seek (/siːk/ in IPA).

How do you use “Sikh” in a sentence?

Here is “Sikh” used in a sentence: “Many Sikhs wear a turban as part of their faith.”

What part of speech is “Sikh”?

Depending on how it is used, “Sikh” can be a noun and an adjective.

Is “Sikh” a common word?

“Sikh” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “Sikh” have?

“Sikh” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a follower of Sikhism, a religion founded in the Punjab region of South Asia.