Bibi (title)

Bibi (pronounced [ˈbiːbiː]) is frequently used as a respectful title for Muslim, Christian and Sikh women in South Asia when added to the given name.

Bibi, like Begum, is used as a surname by many women in the region.

In Anglo-Indian, the term bibi came to be seen as a synonym for mistress.

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