How Do You Spell MAHARAJA?

Pronunciation: [mˌahɐɹˈɑːd͡ʒə] (IPA)

Maharaja is a word of Indian origin that is commonly used to refer to a king or prince. Its pronunciation is typically transcribed as /məˈhɑːrədʒə/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). This transcription indicates that the first syllable of the word is pronounced with a short vowel sound, followed by a stressed long vowel sound in the second syllable. The final syllable is pronounced with a soft "j" sound, similar to the "s" sound in the word pleasure.

MAHARAJA Meaning and Definition

1. Maharaja, originating from Sanskrit, is a prestigious title used in India to refer to a male ruler or monarch, often translated as "great king" or "emperor." The term is derived from the words "maha," meaning "great," and "raja," meaning "king" or "ruler." Maharaja is typically associated with the highest rank of royalty within the historical Indian caste system.

   In the traditional sense, a maharaja is considered to be a ruler of considerable power and wealth, governing over a specific region or kingdom. Maharajas were known to possess tremendous authority and were often responsible for leading both political and military affairs. As part of their status, they were also expected to be patrons of art, culture, and religion.

   The position of a maharaja was often hereditary, passed down through generations, and symbolized by grand ceremonies and royal decorations. Maharajas were distinguished by their luxurious lifestyles, opulent palaces, and extravagant lifestyles.

   While the title of maharaja has largely lost its political significance with the end of princely states after India's independence, it still carries symbolic and cultural value in modern Indian society. Today, the term is often used as a respectful honorific for members of the former royal families, and occasionally for individuals who have made notable contributions in various fields, such as business or philanthropy.

Common Misspellings for MAHARAJA

• naharaja
• kaharaja
• jaharaja
• mzharaja
• msharaja
• mwharaja
• mqharaja
• magaraja
• mabaraja
• manaraja
• majaraja
• mauaraja
• mayaraja
• mahzraja
• mahsraja
• mahaeaja
• maha4aja
• mahaaja
• maha2aja
• mahazaja

Etymology of MAHARAJA

The word "maharaja" originates from the Sanskrit language, which is an ancient Indo-Aryan language of India. The term is a compound of two words: "maha" meaning "great" and "raja" meaning "king" or "ruler". In Hindi and several other Indian languages, "maharaja" is used to refer to a high-ranking Indian prince or ruler, typically at the regional level. The title was widely used during the era of British colonial rule in India to address native rulers who were subject to the British Empire.

Similar spelling words for MAHARAJA

• Maharaj,
• maharajah,
• maraca,
• marasca,
• Marsha,
• Marisha,
• maracay.

Plural form of MAHARAJA is MAHARAJAS