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
1
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
1
Relating to Sikhs or Sikhism.
"They visited a Sikh temple, or gurdwara, during their trip."
How to use Sikh
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA person who follows Sikhism, or something related to that religion.
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Word forms
- Plural
- Sikhs
- Comparative
- more Sikh
- Superlative
- most Sikh
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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.
