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Gentleman

ˈdʒɛn(t)lmən
Veldig Vanlig
~ 1500
~ 1500, Veldig Vanlig
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A polite, well-mannered, and courteous man, A man of noble or high social status, A man who is considerate, kind, and chivalrous towards others, A man who conducts himself with integrity and honor

Gentleman - Betydninger

A polite, well-mannered, and courteous man

Eksempel: He opened the door for her like a true gentleman.
Bruk: formalKontekst: social events, interactions with strangers
Merk: Often used to describe a man who behaves with good manners and respect towards others.

A man of noble or high social status

Eksempel: The gentleman from the royal family attended the ceremony.
Bruk: formalKontekst: historical contexts, formal occasions
Merk: In this sense, 'gentleman' refers to a man of high social standing or with noble lineage.

A man who is considerate, kind, and chivalrous towards others

Eksempel: He helped the elderly lady carry her groceries, showing his gentlemanly nature.
Bruk: formalKontekst: interactions with others in need of assistance
Merk: This meaning emphasizes qualities of kindness, courtesy, and gallantry in a man's behavior.

A man who conducts himself with integrity and honor

Eksempel: He kept his promise, proving himself to be a true gentleman.
Bruk: formalKontekst: situations requiring trustworthiness and honesty
Merk: This definition highlights the importance of moral character and reliability in a man's actions.

Synonymer for Gentleman

man

A male adult human being.
Eksempel: He is a true gentleman, always polite and respectful.
Merk: While 'gentleman' often connotes a certain level of refinement and courtesy, 'man' is a more general term referring to an adult male.

gent

A man of good social position, especially one who is courteous and chivalrous towards women.
Eksempel: He was known as a true gent, always helping others in need.
Merk: A shortened form of 'gentleman', 'gent' carries a similar meaning but may be more informal or colloquial.

sir

A respectful term of address for a man, especially one in authority.
Eksempel: Good morning, sir. How may I assist you today?
Merk: While 'sir' is a polite form of address for a man, it may not necessarily imply the same level of refinement or courtesy as 'gentleman'.

nobleman

A man of noble rank or birth, especially one belonging to the aristocracy.
Eksempel: The nobleman carried himself with grace and dignity at the royal ball.
Merk: Unlike 'gentleman', which focuses more on behavior and manners, 'nobleman' emphasizes social status and lineage.

Gentlemans uttrykk og vanlige setninger

A gentleman's agreement

An agreement based on trust, honor, and verbal commitment rather than a written contract.
Eksempel: They made a gentleman's agreement to settle the matter without involving lawyers.
Merk: This phrase emphasizes informal agreements made between individuals based on mutual respect.

Gentleman's club

A private social club typically restricted to men, often with dining, recreational, and networking facilities.
Eksempel: He often frequents the gentleman's club after work for a drink and socializing.
Merk: This phrase refers to a specific type of exclusive club rather than just the general concept of a gentleman.

Ladies and gentlemen

A polite and formal way of addressing a mixed-gender audience or group of people.
Eksempel: Ladies and gentlemen, may I have your attention please?
Merk: This phrase is a formal address that includes both genders, not just gentlemen.

Gentleman's agreement

An informal agreement or understanding between two parties based on trust and honor.
Eksempel: Their business deal was sealed with a gentleman's agreement, no paperwork involved.
Merk: Similar to 'A gentleman's agreement,' this phrase stresses on trust and honor over legal documentation.

Gentleman caller

A man who is romantically interested in a woman and visits her at her home.
Eksempel: She has a gentleman caller who visits her regularly in the evenings.
Merk: This phrase refers to a man courting or showing interest in a woman, not just any man who is polite.

Gentleman of leisure

A man who does not need to work for a living and spends his time on leisurely activities.
Eksempel: After retiring, he became a gentleman of leisure, spending his days golfing and traveling.
Merk: This phrase highlights a man who is financially independent and devotes his time to leisure, not just any polite man.

Gentlemans hverdags (slang) uttrykk

Class act

A person who demonstrates sophistication, style, and good manners.
Eksempel: He always dresses sharply and treats everyone with respect; he's a real class act.
Merk: Implies a higher level of refinement and sophistication beyond just being a gentleman.

Stand-up guy

A reliable and honorable man who can be trusted and relied upon.
Eksempel: Even in difficult situations, John remains a stand-up guy, always honest and dependable.
Merk: Focuses on the integrity and trustworthiness of the individual, emphasizing character traits beyond being a gentleman.

Dapper

Elegantly and neatly dressed in a stylish and fashionable way.
Eksempel: He looked very dapper in his suit and tie at the event.
Merk: Specifically refers to a well-dressed and stylish appearance, often associated with a fashionable gentleman.

Smooth operator

A person who is slick, charming, and skilled at interacting with others, especially in a flirtatious or convincing manner.
Eksempel: He knows exactly what to say in any situation; a real smooth operator.
Merk: Emphasizes social and conversational skills, often used to describe someone who is suave and persuasive.

Debonair

Stylish, charming, and sophisticated in an elegant and refined way.
Eksempel: He carries himself with such debonair confidence that everyone admires him.
Merk: Highlights a combination of charm, sophistication, and elegance beyond just being a gentleman.

Gentlemanly

Exhibiting qualities typically associated with being a gentleman, such as politeness, respect, and chivalry.
Eksempel: His gentlemanly behavior towards others sets a positive example for everyone.
Merk: Directly relates to the qualities or behavior attributed to a gentleman.

Gentleman - Eksempler

The gentleman held the door open for the lady.
He behaved like a true gentleman.
She was impressed by his gentlemanly manners.

Gentlemans grammatikk

Gentleman - Substantiv (Noun) / Substantiv, entall eller masse (Noun, singular or mass)
Oppslagsord: gentleman
Bøyinger
Substantiv, flertall (Noun, plural): gentlemen
Substantiv, entall eller masse (Noun, singular or mass): gentleman
Stavelser, Deling og Beton
gentleman inneholder 3 stavelser: gen • tle • man
Fonemisk transkripsjon: ˈjen-tᵊl-mən
gen tle man , ˈjen tᵊl mən (Den røde stavelsen er betont)

Gentleman - Betydning og bruksfrekvens

Ordets frekvens- og betydningsindeks indikerer hvor ofte et ord dukker opp i et gitt språk. Jo mindre tallet er, desto oftere brukes ordet. De mest brukte ordene varierer vanligvis fra omtrent 1 til 4000.
gentleman: ~ 1500 (Veldig Vanlig).
Denne viktighetsindeksen hjelper deg med å fokusere på de mest nyttige ordene under språklæringsprosessen din.