Signor (en. Signor)
/siɲɔʁ/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
A man, used particularly in a context of respect.
The signor of the house welcomes all guests.
Le signor de la maison accueille tous les invités.
Title given to a man in Italy or other Italian cultural regions.
Signor Rossi is very well known in the city.
Le signor Rossi est très connu dans la ville.
Etymology
Derived from the Italian 'signore', which means 'mister'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Signor, over here!
Respectful call for a man to approach.
Signor, par ici !
The signor of the company
Refers to the owner or leader of a business.
Le signor de l'entreprise
Related Words
signora
Respectful title for a woman.
signora
signorine
Term used to refer to a young woman.
signorine
signoraggio
Italian term referring to a right or authority.
signoraggio
Slang Meanings
Man with respect, often used humorously.
Look at that signor, he thinks he can have everything!
Regarde ce signor, il pense qu'il peut tout avoir !
A guy who takes himself too seriously.
Stop acting like a signor, be more relaxed!
Arrête d'agir comme un signor, soit plus détendu !