ਸਤ ਸ੍ਰੀ ਅਕਾਲ

Definition

The Sikh Punjabi greeting, honoring the timeless God; used for hello and goodbye.

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Etymology

The phrase 'ਸਤ ਸ੍ਰੀ ਅਕਾਲ' (sat sri akal) is derived from the Punjabi words for 'truth' (ਸਤ), 'God' (ਸ੍ਰੀ), and 'eternal' (ਅਕਾਲ). It has been used historically as a greeting among Sikhs and Punjabi speakers to acknowledge the presence of the divine.

How & Where It’s Used

Primarily used as a greeting in both formal and informal contexts, 'sat sri akal' is common in spoken communication and social settings among Punjabi speakers worldwide. It is particularly prevalent in Punjab and among Sikh communities globally.

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