Mr (en. Mr)

/mʌr/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Polite form used to refer to a man.
Mr. Dupont is a respected businessman.
Monsieur Dupont est un homme d'affaires respecté.
Title placed before the last name.
The document is addressed to Mr. Martin.
Le document est adressé à Mr Martin.

Etymology

Derived from the English 'mister', used to refer to a man.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Mr. Fix It
A man who is capable of repairing or solving problems.
Mr. Fix It
Good morning, Mr.
Formal greeting in the morning to a man.
Good morning, Mr.

Related Words

Sir
Used to address or refer to a man.
Monsieur
Madam
Used to refer to a woman.
Madame

Slang Meanings

A man obsessed with cleanliness.
He is really a 'Mr. Clean' with his house.
Il est vraiment un 'mr propreté' avec sa maison.
A man who has impeccable style.
He always dresses like a real Mr.
Il s'habille toujours comme un vrai mr.