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signore

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Signore (noun) means an Italian title of respect for a man, equivalent to "Mr" or "sir". Example: “The concierge addressed him as "Signore Bianchi".”

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An Italian title of respect for a man, equivalent to "Mr" or "sir".
"The concierge addressed him as "Signore Bianchi"."

How to use signore

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In plain EnglishThe Italian equivalent of "Mr" or "sir".

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Word forms

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Etymology

Borrowed from Italian signore, related to French seigneur and Spanish señor — all ultimately from Latin senior.

Origin: Latin

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Frequently asked questions

What does “signore” mean?

The word “signore” means an Italian title of respect for a man, equivalent to "Mr" or "sir". In plain terms, the Italian equivalent of "Mr" or "sir".

How do you pronounce “signore”?

“Signore” is pronounced seen-YAW-ray (/siːnˈjɔreɪ/ in IPA).

How do you use “signore” in a sentence?

Here is “signore” used in a sentence: “The concierge addressed him as "Signore Bianchi".”

What part of speech is “signore”?

“Signore” is a noun.

Where does the word “signore” come from?

The word “signore” comes from Latin. Borrowed from Italian signore, related to French seigneur and Spanish señor — all ultimately from Latin senior.

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