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sir

/ˈsə(ɹ)/ /ˈsɪɹ/ /ˈsɜː(ɹ)/ /ˈsɝ/

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noun

Herr, Meister

A man of a higher rank or position.

Examples :

"The school principal, a respected sir, addressed the students. "

Der Schulleiter, ein angesehener Herr, sprach die Schüler an.

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noun

Sir, Herr

A respectful term of address to a man of higher rank or position, particularly:

Examples :

"The new student addressed the teacher, saying, "Sir, I have a question about the assignment." "

Der neue Schüler wandte sich an den Lehrer und sagte: „Sir, ich habe eine Frage zu der Aufgabe.“

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noun

Herr

A respectful term of address to an adult male (often older), especially if his name or proper title is unknown.

Examples :

"Excuse me, sir, do you know the way to the art museum?"

Entschuldigen Sie, Herr, wissen Sie den Weg zum Kunstmuseum?

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verb

Jemanden mit "Sir" anreden

To address (someone) using "sir".

Examples :

"The teacher sirred the student for asking a question during class. "

Der Lehrer redete den Schüler mit "Sir" an, weil er während des Unterrichts eine Frage stellte.

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