Persian · noun · Poetry, Speech & Art

Ustaad

उस्ताद

said us-taad

also written: Ustad

Meaning

A teacher, master or expert in a craft or art.

Usage & notes

The master who instructs; in poetry the ustaad is the senior who corrects and guides the pupil's verse.

Related words

A pupil, student or disciple.

A spiritual guide or preceptor who directs the disciple toward God.