gentleman

• Nom désignant un homme poli, courtois et bien élevé, souvent utilisé comme formule de respect. Peut aussi évoquer un homme de condition sociale élevée ou de bonnes manières.

A noun referring to a man who is polite, courteous, and well-mannered, often used as a term of respect.

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1. Polite manA2formal

   A man who is polite, courteous, and behaves with honor and respect.

   Homme poli et courtois

   • He is a true gentleman who always holds the door open for others.
   • A gentleman never interrupts when someone is speaking.
   • She described him as a kind and thoughtful gentleman.

   Synonymesgent

   Antonymesboorboundercadheellout

2. Man of high social statusB1formalbritish

   A man of good social position, especially one of wealth or education.

   Homme de condition sociale élevée

   • The estate was owned by a wealthy gentleman from London.
   • In the 19th century, a gentleman did not engage in manual labor.
   • The gentleman in the top hat arrived at the ball.

   Synonymesaristocratblue bloodnoblemanpatrician

3. Formal addressA2formal

   A polite way to refer to or address a man, especially in formal situations.

   Formule de politesse pour désigner un homme

   • Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the show.
   • Please show this gentleman to his seat.
   • The gentleman at the front desk will help you.

   Synonymessir