HOW TO PRONOUNCE
monsieur
/məsˈjɝ/
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What does monsieur mean?
noun
- Mister, especially in a French context.
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noun
- (dated) A man, especially a French gentleman.
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IPA pronunciation
/məsˈjɝ/
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In the midst of his reverie he heard some one saying to him, “Will Monsieur do me the honor to follow me?”
If this Monsieur de Grandsaigne had ventured to take any liberty with her, she was old enough to take care of herself.
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“The honor is not less for me,” the young lady answered, “for I am sure monsieur has a great deal of taste.”
But, Monsieur, in default of better coin, I offer you in payment the assurance of my desire to do you humble service.
“Ah, Monsieur,” said the Comtesse, as with a slightly trembling hand she conveyed her glass to her lips, “I scarcely dare to hope.”