1. Kingdom or Reign: This is the most common meaning of "Raj" in Punjabi. It signifies a period of rule or sovereignty.
* For example, "Mughal Raj" refers to the Mughal Empire's reign.
2. King: This is a related meaning to the first, referring to a monarch or ruler.
* For example, "Raj puttar" means "king's son".
3. Royal: This meaning refers to something belonging to a king or associated with royalty.
* For example, "Raj mahal" means "royal palace".
4. State or Government: This meaning refers to the administration or governing body of a region.
* For example, "Raj ne hukum diya" means "the government issued an order".
5. As a personal name: "Raj" is also a common name, often meaning "king" or "royal". It is often given to boys.
The specific meaning of "Raj" will be determined by the context in which it is used.