Monsieur (Noun)
Meaning
Used as a French courtesy title; equivalent to English `Mr'.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- Monsieur Dupont, the owner of the bakery, greeted us warmly as we entered.
- The maître d' addressed the gentleman as Monsieur and showed him to his table.
- She introduced her fiancé as Monsieur LaFleur, a successful businessman from Paris.
- The hotel staff referred to the elderly guest as Monsieur, out of respect for his age and dignity.
- The young woman curtsied and addressed the older man as Monsieur, using the formal title as a sign of respect.