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Signore: meaning, definitions and examples

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signore

 

[ siหˆษฒo.re ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

formal address

The term 'signore' is an Italian word that translates to 'mister' or 'sir' in English. It is used as a formal title to address a man, especially in respectful or polite contexts. The term can also connote a level of authority or social standing. 'Signore' is often used in conversation, letters, and various formal situations to denote respect. It is typically used before a surname or a full name.

Synonyms

gentleman, mister, sir

Examples of usage

  • Buongiorno, signore Rossi.
  • Excuse me, signore, can I help you?
  • Signore, your table is ready.

Translations

Translations of the word "signore" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น senhor

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Herr

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ tuan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ pan

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆฎฟ (ใจใฎ)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท monsieur

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ seรฑor

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท bey

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‹ ์‚ฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณูŠุฏ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pรกn

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pรกn

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ…ˆ็”Ÿ (xiฤnshฤ“ng)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ gospod

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ herra

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผั‹ั€ะทะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒแƒขแƒแƒœแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ cษ™nab

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ seรฑor

Etymology

The term 'signore' originates from the Latin word 'senior', which means 'older' or 'elder'. Historically, it was used to denote respect for elders and those in higher social positions. In the Middle Ages, 'senior' evolved into various forms in different languages, including 'signore' in Italian, which began to be used as a formal title. Over time, it solidified its role in Italian culture as a way to address men in a respectful and formal manner. This development mirrors the evolution of social hierarchies in Italian society, where titles became an important part of communication and etiquette. 'Signore' remains a widely used term in modern Italian and has been incorporated into English as well, particularly in discussions relating to Italian culture, cuisine, or when referring to an Italian gentleman.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,298, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.