A term of endearment used to address someone affectionately.
प्रिय
English Usage: "My dear friend, I missed you at the party."
Hindi Usage: "मेरे प्रिय दोस्त, मैं तुम्हें पार्टी में याद कर रहा था।"
A polite form of address for a woman.
महोदया
English Usage: "Dear madam, I hope this letter finds you well."
Hindi Usage: "महोदया, मुझे आशा है कि यह पत्र आपको स्वस्थ पाएगा।"