This is the 422nd most frequent French word.
mr
The French word **"Mr"** is an abbreviation for "Monsieur," meaning "Mr." or "Mister" in English.
Here, 'Mr.' or 'Monsieur' serves as a respectful title used before a man's last name to address him formally.
Bonjour, Monsieur Dupont, comment allez-vous?
Good morning, Mr. Dupont, how are you?
In this case, 'Monsieur,' translated as 'gentleman,' is used to refer to an adult man.
Le monsieur au chapeau noir est mon professeur.
The gentleman with the black hat is my teacher.
Here, 'monsieur' is used in polite address to an unknown man.