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जौजा

noun

जौजा meaning in English

Brother-in-law (specifically the husband of one's sister).

Detailed Explanation

In the Indian kinship system, 'Jauja' refers specifically to the husband of one's sister. It is a term of endearment and familial respect used primarily by the sister (and sometimes her children) to address her husband. The relationship is reciprocal; the sister is often referred to as 'Jauji' by her husband, though 'Jauji' can also refer to the sister-in-law in some contexts depending on the specific regional dialect and family structure. The term implies a close, affectionate bond within the extended family.

📝 Cultural Context

The term is gender-specific in its primary usage: a woman uses 'Jauja' for her sister's husband. A man would typically refer to his sister's husband as 'Jauja' as well, but the term is most commonly associated with the sister's perspective. It is distinct from 'Devar' (brother's wife's brother) or 'Sasur' (father-in-law).

उदाहरण वाक्य

मेरा जौजा बहुत अच्छा इंसान है।
My brother-in-law (sister's husband) is a very good person.
जौजा ने अपनी बहन को गिफ्ट दिया।
The brother-in-law gave a gift to his sister.