CEFR B1

Mister

noun

Meaning

A title of respect used when speaking to or about a man, often when his name is unknown or to get his attention.

Examples

Excuse me, mister, you dropped your wallet.
The young boy politely asked the mister for directions to the park.

Synonyms: sir, gentleman

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Mister (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈmɪstər/

Definition

A title of respect used when speaking to or about a man, often when his name is unknown or to get his attention.

Examples

Excuse me, mister, you dropped your wallet.
The young boy politely asked the mister for directions to the park.
"Hey, mister! Can you help me reach this book?" she called out.

How to Use Mister

mister + surname (collocation): A formal title used before a man's last name. — "Mister Davies is expected to arrive shortly."
hey, mister! (idiom): An informal way to get a man's attention, often used by children. — "Hey, mister! Can you help me get my ball down from the tree?"

Synonyms of Mister

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