Meaning of the word mister in English
What does mister mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
mister
US /ˈmɪs.tɚ/
UK /ˈmɪs.tər/
Noun
1.
a title used before the surname or full name of a man, usually not followed by a period
Example:
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Please welcome Mr. John Smith.
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Is Mr. Davis available?
2.
a form of address to a man, especially one whose name is not known
Example:
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Excuse me, mister, can you help me?
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Hey, mister, you dropped something!