Persian · Family & People
خانم
khānom
Mrs.; madam; lady
Beginnernoun
Definition
The respectful address for a woman.
Example
خانم رضایی معلم ماست.
Mrs. Rezaei is our teacher.
Etymology
'خانم' (khānom) has its origins in Persian as a term of respect for women and has evolved into common usage when addressing women in various contexts.
How & Where It’s Used
This term is broadly used in both spoken and written Persian, within formal and informal contexts as a polite address for women.