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Vocabulary Entry
herr
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
A title of respect for a man in German.
Example Sentences
"Herr Müller is the head of the department."
"I met an old Herr at the festival."
"The Herrs are hosting a dinner party this weekend."
V
verb
To denote someone with a respectful titular form in a specific context; used less commonly and more contextually.
Example Sentences
"In formal letters, you should herr the recipient appropriately."
"She was asked to herr the guests during the event."
"They herr their parents in conversations about business."
A
adjective
Relating to a polite or formal manner of addressing men in German-speaking cultures.
Example Sentences
"The herr mannerisms displayed in the meeting helped to create a respectful atmosphere."
"His herr attitude made a positive impression on the clients."
"She dressed in a herr fashion for the diplomatic reception."