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    Señoríos (en. Lordships)

    /seɲoˈɾios/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A term used to address men in a respectful manner.
    The gentlemen of the meeting arrived on time.
    Los señores de la reunión llegaron puntuales.
    Used to refer to a group of men.
    The gentlemen of the council made an important decision.
    Los señores del consejo tomaron una decisión importante.
    An expression that denotes courtesy when addressing unknown men.
    Allow me, gentlemen, to introduce you to our guest.
    Permítame, señores, presentarles a nuestro invitado.

    Etymology

    Derived from 'señor', which comes from the Latin 'senior', meaning 'older' or 'greater'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    lordships
    A term that refers to a group of gentlemen in a formal or respectful context.
    señoríos
    very lordly
    An expression used to describe something that has an air of greatness or nobility.
    muy señorial

    Related Words

    sir
    A male individual, generally older or in a position of respect.
    señor
    gentleman
    A man who acts with courtesy and honor.
    caballero
    young lady
    A term used to refer to a young or single woman.
    señorita

    Slang Meanings

    A group of men who behave in a very serious manner.
    This group is very lordly, they always argue with a lot of formality.
    Este grupo es muy señorial, siempre discuten con mucha formalidad.
    Men who pretend to be of high society.
    Those gentlemen believe they have power due to their appearance.
    Esos señores creen que tienen poder por su apariencia.