Gentlemen: meaning, definitions and examples

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gentlemen

 

[ หˆdส’ษ›ntlษชmษ™n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

addressing men

The term 'gentlemen' is often used to refer to adult males, typically those of good social standing or respectful behavior. It can denote someone who is courteous and honorable. In formal situations, 'gentlemen' is commonly used to address groups of men with respect. The term has historical connotations, often associated with the chivalry and etiquette of upper-class men. While the modern usage may vary, it generally implies a sense of dignity and politeness among men.

Synonyms

gents, lords, males, men

Examples of usage

  • Good evening, gentlemen.
  • The gentlemen at the club discussed politics.
  • Gentlemen, please take your seats.

Translations

Translations of the word "gentlemen" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น senhores

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเคนเคพเคถเคฏ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Herren

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ gentleman

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะถะตะฝั‚ะปัŒะผะตะฝะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ panowie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ดณๅฃซใŸใก

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท messieurs

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ caballeros

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท beyler

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‹ ์‚ฌ๋“ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุณุงุฏุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pรกnovรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pรกni

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ป…ๅฃซไปฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ gospodi

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ karlmenn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผั‹ั€ะทะฐะปะฐั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒแƒขแƒแƒœแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bษ™yler

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ caballeros

Etymology

The word 'gentleman' originates from the Old French term 'gentilhomme', which means 'nobleman'. This term can be broken down into 'gentil', meaning 'noble' or 'gentle', and 'homme', meaning 'man'. Initially, the word referred to a man of noble birth or rank, particularly one who did not have to work for a living and was expected to adhere to a strict code of conduct. Over time, the meaning evolved, and by the late Middle Ages, it began to encompass men of good character and those who displayed courteousness and proper manners, regardless of their social status. In modern English, 'gentlemen' reflects an expectation of respect and politeness in social interactions, signifying a man of integrity and decency.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,097, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.