سر

Definition

The top part of the body; also a respectful address like sir.

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Etymology

'سر' (sar) comes from the Arabic word 'sarr,' meaning head. This term has been consistently used in Urdu to refer to the head in both literal and metaphorical senses.

How & Where It’s Used

'سر' is frequently used in everyday conversation and medical discourse, fitting both formal and informal contexts across Urdu-speaking areas.

Literary Heritage

The word appears in idiomatic expressions and poetry, though it does not have many notable mentions in literary works.

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