Translation of Spanish word "señor" to English
señor
/seˈɲoɾ/
Meaning
NounA polite or respectful form of address for a man, especially one used by strangers, service staff, or in formal contexts.
How to use
Señor ('sir / gentleman / Mr.') is masculine (feminine: señora). Abbreviated as Sr..
🇬🇧 English
sir / gentleman
Example
El señor espera afuera.
The gentleman is waiting outside.
Buenos días, señor.
Good morning, sir.
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- sí, señor— yes, sir
- el Señor— the Lord / God
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What does the Spanish word "señor" mean?▼
The Spanish word "señor" means "sir / gentleman" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "El señor espera afuera." (which translates as "The gentleman is waiting outside.").
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