babus Meaning & Definition
ˈbä-(ˌ)bü
What Does Babus Mean?
As a noun, babus means a Hindu gentleman. It is also used to mean an Indian clerk who writes English.
Babus: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈbä-(ˌ)bü/ |
| Syllables | 2 |
| First known use | 1766 |
Babus Definition (Noun)
- a Hindu gentleman
- an Indian clerk who writes English
- an Indian person having some education in English
Synonyms of Babus
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Babus synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Babus
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Babus in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
baboo
baboos
babu
babus
Words That Rhyme With Babus
Origin of Babus
Hindi bābū, literally, father
First Known Use
1766
Pronouncing Babus
The standard pronunciation of babus is /ˈbä-(ˌ)bü/, spoken in 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (bä).