Senhor Meaning in English
word
seɪnˈjɔɹ
sayn-YOR
seɪnˈjɔː
sayn-YAW
Definition
A polite way to address or refer to an adult man, often used before his name or as a respectful form of address.
Usage & Nuances
Used formally in Portuguese (Brazil and Portugal) before a surname or alone, similar to "Mr." in English or "señor" in Spanish. Can also imply high respect or be used for older men. Do not use with a first name only (always "senhor Silva," not "senhor João").
Spanish: señorPortuguese (BR): senhorPortuguese (PT): senhorChinese (Simplified): 先生 - 老先生Chinese (Traditional): 先生 - 老先生Hindi: श्रीमान् - साहबArabic: سيدBengali: জনাব - সাহেবRussian: господинJapanese: ～さん (男性に敬意を込めて) - 様 (より敬語的)Vietnamese: ôngKorean: 선생님 - 씨 (경칭, 이름 뒤에 사용)Turkish: bayUrdu: جناب - صاحبIndonesian: tuan
Example Sentences
Senhor, por favor, poderia me ajudar?
basic
O senhor Silva chegou cedo hoje.
basic
Este assento é para o senhor.
basic
Com licença, o senhor tem um minuto?
natural
O senhor esqueceu a carteira no balcão.
natural
Bom dia, senhor! Em que posso ajudar?
natural