Here is the answer for Hindu Mr. crossword clue of NYT. Hope this will help you solve the crossword puzzle you’re working on!This clue last appeared in the NYT Crossword on September 27, 2023.
According to website Tryhardguides.com
Hindu Mr. Crossword Clue Answer is…
Answer: BABU
However we at US.dibhu.com do not agree with this answer. It may work for your crossword but it is not used as a word for Mr. or Mister as we do in English.
As per the scriptures of Hinduism and what is a general practice in large part of India, Babu is not an official word for Mr. rather :-
Right word for Hindu Mr. is Shri (श्री) pronounced as Shrī.
Meaning of Shrī (श्री)
Shri is associated with Goddess of wealth and plenty -Lakshmi. Shri is respectfully used after all dignitaries and respected people, officially and in records as well.
Usage Example
– A Hindu having a name of ‘Ravi Lal’ will be mentioned as ‘Shri Ravi Lal’ in official Government records.
Never ever mention Babu for any high dignitary on official meetings and conferences , because no one does unless that person’s name itself is Babu.
FAQs on Hindu Mr(Mr.)(Mister)
Q1.What is a Hindu gentleman called?
Answer. A Hindu gentleman is called Shri. This word is always put before the name of the dignitary or respected person . Example Indian Prime Minister ‘Shri Narendra Modi’. While Donald Trump’s visit to India he was termed as ‘Shri Donald Trump’ by some Hindi newspapers. It’s just a common practise to put Shri before the name of any person.
Q2.Hindu Mr. crossword clue 3 letters
Answer. hindu mr. crossword clue 3 letters will be ‘Sri’. Sometimes people shorten ‘Shri’ to ‘Sri’ as well. Which is more common in southern part of India. You will find name like Sri Venkateshwara , Sri Ramanujan etc.
Q3. What is the Hindu equivalent of Mr?
Answer. Shri. Shri is also written sometimes as Shree, Sri and Shriman
