No. 754 in Hindi
sri
An honorific title of respect used for deities, revered persons, or as a prefix denoting auspiciousness.
In a sentence
श्री राम बहुत धर्मिक व्यक्ति थे।
Lord Ram was a very religious person.
The word 'श्री' here is used as a respectful honorific title for Lord Ram, conveying reverence.
श्रीनगर भारत के जम्मू-कश्मीर राज्य की राजधानी है।
Srinagar is the capital of Jammu and Kashmir state in India.
The word 'श्री' in 'श्रीनगर' is used as a prefix indicating prosperity or auspiciousness related to the city's name.
श्री सिंह ने इस पुस्तक को लिखा है।
Mr. Singh has authored this book.
The word 'श्री' is used as a formal prefix for a man's name, indicating respect.
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