signore
word
Definition
An Italian word used to address or refer to a man politely, similar to 'Mr.' or 'Sir' in English.
Usage & Nuances
'Signore' is formal and used in Italian to address adult men politely, often before the last name (e.g., Signore Rossi) or alone. In English, it may appear in Italian contexts or menus. Do not confuse with 'signora' (woman) or 'signorina' (young lady).
Spanish: señorPortuguese (BR): senhorPortuguese (PT): senhorChinese (Simplified): 先生Chinese (Traditional): 先生Hindi: श्रीमानArabic: سيدBengali: স্যিন্যোরে (ইতালীয় ভদ্রলোক)Russian: синьор (итальянское обращение)Japanese: シニョーレ (イタリア語で紳士への敬称)Vietnamese: signore (cách xưng hô lịch sự của Ý cho người đàn ông)Korean: 시뇨레 (이탈리아 남성 호칭)Turkish: signore (İtalyanca kibar hitap, bay)Urdu: سینیورے (اطالوی ادب سے مرد کے لیے)Indonesian: signore (sapaan hormat Italia untuk pria)
Example Sentences
The signore sat by the window.
basic
Please, signore, this way to your table.
basic
Good evening, signore. How may I help you?
basic
The waiter greeted each signore and bowed politely.
natural
Excuse me, signore, you dropped your wallet.
natural
Many signore enjoyed coffee on the terrace every morning.
natural