noun
Uncommon
monsieur
muh-SYOOR
Monsieur (noun) means a French title equivalent to "Mister," used to address or refer to a man. Example: “Bonsoir, Monsieur, table for two?”
noun
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A French title equivalent to "Mister," used to address or refer to a man.
"Bonsoir, Monsieur, table for two?"
How to use monsieur
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe French word for "Mister" or "sir."
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Word forms
- Plural
- monsieurs, messieurs
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Etymology
From French monsieur, literally "my lord" — a doublet of "monseigneur" and "monsignor."
Rhymes for monsieur
fleur
voyeur
masseur
amateur
liqueur
Pasteur
Lafleur
saboteur
grandeur
raconteur
chauffeur
connoisseur
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Frequently asked questions
What does “monsieur” mean?
The word “monsieur” means a French title equivalent to "Mister," used to address or refer to a man. In plain terms, the French word for "Mister" or "sir.".
How do you pronounce “monsieur”?
“Monsieur” is pronounced muh-SYOOR (/məˈsjʊə(ɹ)/ in IPA).
How do you use “monsieur” in a sentence?
Here is “monsieur” used in a sentence: “Bonsoir, Monsieur, table for two?”
What part of speech is “monsieur”?
“Monsieur” is a noun.
Where does the word “monsieur” come from?
The word “monsieur” comes from French. From French monsieur, literally "my lord" — a doublet of "monseigneur" and "monsignor.".
Is “monsieur” a common word?
“Monsieur” is an uncommon word in modern English.
