aga
noun
a title of honor, usually implying respect for age.
aga
American
[ah-guh]
/ ˈɑ gə /
Or
agha
noun
agas
plural
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a title of honor, usually implying respect for age.
-
a general.
aga
1
British
/ ˈɑːɡə /
noun
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a title of respect, often used with the title of a senior position
-
a military commander
Aga
2
British
/ ˈɑːɡə /
noun
Other Word Forms
Noun Inflected Forms
Etymology
Origin of aga
First recorded in 1590–1600, aga is from the Turkish word ağa lord
Example Sentences
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Aga, a 22-year-old student at the oil-and-gas university in the capital Ashgabat, told AFP investment at the field was creating many jobs.
From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026
Dr Fatima Mir, professor of paediatric medicine at the Aga Khan University Hospital in Karachi, says our footage highlights weaknesses in infection control training in Pakistan.
From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026
Aga said: "I think it's very helpful to actually see what the surgeon is talking about."
From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026
Founded in 1959 by the late billionaire philanthropist and spiritual leader Aga Khan, it aimed to give a voice to the majority African population, the company says in its profile.
From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026
"Is your master at home?" cried the Aga dictatorially to Andy, who stood rooted to the spot with fright.
From 'Midst the Wild Carpathians by J?kai, M?r
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