What is another word for sheikhs?
Pronunciation: [ʃˈe͡ɪkz] (IPA) 
When talking about Middle Eastern royalty, one might often use the term "sheikhs," but there are actually several synonyms that can be used to refer to these leaders. One commonly used synonym is "emir," which refers to a Muslim ruler or leader. Another synonym is "caliph," which historically referred to a successor to the prophet Muhammad and a leader of the Muslim community. "Sultan" is also a synonym for sheikh and refers to a ruler or monarch in Islamic countries. Finally, "shah" is a Persian term for "king" and is sometimes used to refer to Islamic leaders in Iran or nearby regions.
