Meanings
A respectful or polite form of address for a man.
ایک شخص کے لیے ایک محترمانہ یا شائستہ انداز میں مخاطب کرنے کا طریقہ۔
جناب
janab
Common Collocations
- good sir
- dear sir
- honorable sir
Example Sentences
Excuse me, sir, can I help you?
معاف کیجیے، جناب، کیا میں آپ کی مدد کرسکتا ہوں؟
maaf kijiye, janab, kya main aap ki madad kar sakta hoon?
Sir, your order is ready.
جناب، آپ کا آرڈر تیار ہے۔
janab, aap ka order tayaar hai.
May I have a moment of your time, sir?
کیا میں آپ کا کچھ وقت لے سکتا ہوں، جناب؟
kya main aap ka kuch waqt le sakta hoon, janab?
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💡 Memory Tip
Think of 'sir' as a title of respect, like wearing a formal suit.
Imagine a person in a suit and tie receiving a salute.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Old French "sieur" — lord, master
First known use: 15th century
The term 'sir' originated from the Old French term 'sieur', which was used as a respectful form of address for men. Over time, it evolved into a common honorific in English.