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Āapee (also spelled Aapee, Aapi, Aapī, a variant being Aāpa; colloquialy translated to 'elder sister ') is a title or reference of respect made to a female identifying figure. Usually the term is colloquialy used only to refer to someone who is not a blood-sister, but she is highly respected or entitled in the society. The term is also commonly used by younger siblings to refer to their older sister. The term is commonly used in Pakistan, moreso less in neighbouring countries.

History
The origin of this title likely evolved during the 7th century, influenced by the Mughal Empire at the time, during the reign of Jahangir. It is said that the Qadi of the Mughal durbar incumbent at the time, used to refer to Badshah Banu Begum as "Aapee".