The term “Sikh” refers to a follower of Sikhism, a monotheistic religion that originated in the Punjab region of the Indian subcontinent in the 15th century. Pronouncing “Sikh” correctly is important for showing respect to the religion and its adherents.
The word “Sikh” is pronounced with a short “i” sound, as in the English word “sit.” The “kh” sound is pronounced with a strong emphasis on the “k,” as in the Scottish pronunciation of the word “loch.” Therefore, the correct pronunciation of “Sikh” is “sikh,” with the emphasis on the first syllable.
