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sir

/ˈsə(ɹ)/ /ˈsɪɹ/ /ˈsɜː(ɹ)/ /ˈsɝ/

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noun

Monsieur, sieur

A man of a higher rank or position.

Examples :

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

Le proviseur, un monsieur respecté, s'est adressé aux élèves.

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noun

Monsieur, Sire

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." "

Le nouvel élève s'est adressé au professeur en disant : « Monsieur, j'ai une question concernant le devoir. »

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noun

Monsieur

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?"

Excusez-moi, Monsieur, savez-vous comment aller au musée d'art ?

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verb

S'adresser à quelqu'un en utilisant "Monsieur"

To address (someone) using "sir".

Examples :

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

Le professeur a appelé l'élève « Monsieur » pour avoir posé une question pendant le cours.

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