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Bey - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A bey is a title of respect used in some Turkic cultures, historically referring to a chieftain or governor. It can also denote a social rank, similar to sir or lord.

bey

/beɪ/ /beɪ/

Definition:

A title of respect for a Turkish ruler or nobleman, or a term for a high-ranking official in some Muslim countries.

Synonyms:

governor, lord, nobleman, chieftain, leader

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

commoner, peasant, subject

Common Collocations:

Ottoman bey, powerful bey, local bey, bey's court, honorary bey

Derivatives:

beylik (noun), beydom (noun)

Usage Tips:

Use "bey" to refer to historical or honorary titles in Turkish or Ottoman contexts; avoid casual usage.

Common Phrases:

"bey of Tunis, " "bey's decree, " "honorary bey"

Etymology:

Derived from Turkish "bey," meaning "chief" or "lord," with roots in Old Turkic *beg*.

Examples:

  • 1. The bey ruled the province wisely.
  • 2. She addressed the Ottoman bey with respect.
  • 3. The title of bey was hereditary in his family.
  • 4. A powerful bey governed the coastal region.

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