pasha

/'pɑ:ʃə/ Cách viết khác : (pacha) /'pa:ʃə/

Thân thiện

The pasha rode through the city on a fine white horse.

Definition

Noun: - A high-ranking civil or military official in the Ottoman Empire or Egypt: Historically, a "pasha" was a title of honor and authority, often granted to governors, generals, or other high officials in the Ottoman Empire and, by extension, in Egypt under Ottoman influence. It is not a military rank itself but a title of high status.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The pasha governed the province with absolute authority.
  • He was appointed a pasha for his service to the Sultan.

Advanced Usage

• "Pasha" as a title: The title was placed after the name, e.g., "Mehmed Pasha." It could be hereditary or granted for life.
  • The decree was signed by Ali Pasha.

Variants and Related Words

• Pacha: An alternative spelling of "pasha."
• Bey: A lower title of respect and authority in the Ottoman Empire.
• Vizier: A high-ranking political advisor or minister, sometimes also holding the title of pasha.

Synonyms

• Governor: A person governing a province.
• Dignitary: A person considered important because of high rank or office.

Related Phrases

(This word does not commonly form phrasal verbs or modern idioms in English, as it is a historical title.)

Học thuật

Noun

1. a civil or military authority in Turkey or Egypt

Từ đồng nghĩa

• pacha