Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sat-sri-akal
greeting
/sʌt sriː əˈkɑːl/
Definition
A traditional greeting used in the Punjabi culture, particularly among Sikhs.
Examples
- When meeting friends, you can simply say, ‘Sat-Sri-Akal!’
- During festivals, it is customary to greet guests with ‘Sat-Sri-Akal’.
- As he entered the room, he smiled and said, ‘Sat-Sri-Akal’ to everyone.
Meaning
The phrase conveys respect and goodwill, translating roughly to ‘God is the eternal truth’, and is a way to acknowledge the divine within each person.
Synonyms
- Hello
- Greetings
- Salutation
