agha

English - Turkish

Definition of agha in English Turkish dictionary

(isim) ağa

{i} ağa

Related Terms

state of being an agha

ağalık

English - English

Definition of agha in English English dictionary

An honorific for high officials used in Turkey and certain Muslim countries

title for a civil or military leader (especially in Turkey)

It is used also as a title of respect

An honorific for high officials used in Turkey and certain moslem countries

In Turkey, a commander or chief officer

{i} Islamic title for a military commander or important officer; Turkish chief

Hyphenation

a·gha

Etymology

() From Ottoman Turkish آغا (aghāOxford English Dictionary, 2nd edition. 1989., agha Online Etymology Dictionary. 2001.) (Turkish ağa Dictionary.com. Dictionary.com Unabridged (v 1.1). Random House, Inc. 2009. Online Etymology Dictionary. 2001.)