Monsieu (en. Sir)

/mɔ̃.sjø/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Honorific term used to address a man.

Mr. Dupont is a respected man in the community.

Monsieu Dupont est un homme respecté dans la communauté.

Designates a man in a formal or respectful manner.

I present to you Mr. Martin, a family friend.

Je vous présente monsieur Martin, un ami de la famille.

Used in official or professional situations.

Sir, could you please sign this document?

Monsieu, pourriez-vous signer ce document, s'il vous plaît ?

From the Latin word 'dominus', meaning 'lord' or 'master'.

Hello, sir.

Formal greeting to a man.

Bonjour, messieu.

Sir, please excuse me.

Polite formula for asking for pardon.

Messieu, veuillez m'excuser.

Sir of justice.

Expression referring to a man of law or justice.

Messieu de la justice.

madam

Civility term used to address a woman.

madame

miss

Civility term used to address a young woman.

mademoiselle

ladies and gentlemen

Formula encompassing men and women.

messieurs-dames

A man in a familiar or casual manner.

Hey, sir, are you ready for the party?

Eh, mon sieur, t'es prêt pour la fête ?

Expression used to refer to someone ironically.

Look at this guy who takes himself seriously!

Regarde moi ce monsieu qui se prend au sérieux !