The spelling of the word "Sandhu" is often mistakenly spelled with a "Z" rather than an "S." However, the correct pronunciation of the surname uses the "S" sound. In IPA phonetic transcription, the pronunciation of Sandhu would be written as /sændhu/, with the emphasis on the first syllable. The "a" sound is pronounced as in the word "man," while the "u" sound is pronounced as in the word "who." The correct spelling of Sandhu is important to ensure proper communication and respect for cultural diversity.
The surname "Sandhu" is of South Asian origin, particularly associated with India and Punjab region. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "Samdhi", which means "in-law" or "relative by marriage". Over time, "Samdhi" evolved into "Sandh" or "Sandhu", referring to someone from the Sandhu clan or a descendant of a certain clan or family in Punjab. "Sandhu" is a common surname among the Sikh community in Punjab and is one of the most prevalent and respected surnames in the region.