sahayika
Sahayika is a term used in several Indian languages to denote a female helper, assistant, or companion. It is derived from Sanskrit and is related to the masculine sahayak, with sahayika or sahayikā serving as the feminine form. The word is commonly found in Hindi, Marathi, Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, and other language varieties, where it carries the sense of a woman who assists or supports others in a duties or service role.
In contemporary usage, sahayikas appear in various professional and social contexts. In healthcare and public services,
The word also functions more broadly as a respectful label for a female associate or partner who
Overall, sahayika denotes a female helper or assistant and is used across contexts to describe women who