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Sir Definition & Meaning

1. A respectful title used to address a man of higher rank or status.

Example: "excuse me, sir, may i ask for your assistance?"

2. A title used to address a knight or baronet.

Example: "sir lancelot was a brave and honorable knight."

3. A polite form of address used to show respect or deference to a man.

Example: "yes, sir, i understand your point of view."

4. A term used to address a male teacher or professor.

Example: "good morning, sir. may i ask a question about the homework?"

5. A term used to address a man in a formal setting or business environment.

Example: "sir, your proposal has been accepted by the board of directors."

Examples of the word sir used in sentences.

  • Thank you, sir, for holding the door open for me.
  • Sir, can you tell me what time the next bus is coming?
  • Sir, can you please help me find my way to the train station?
  • Sir, may I borrow a pen to write down this important phone number?
  • Excuse me, sir, do you have any recommendations for a good restaurant nearby?
  • Sir, could you please turn down the volume on your phone?
  • Sir, the train you're looking for leaves from platform 3.
  • Excuse me, sir, do you know where the nearest restroom is?
  • Sir, I'm afraid I can't let you enter without a ticket.
  • Sir, can I please have another glass of water?
  • I'm sorry, sir, but I'm afraid we don't have that item in stock at the moment.
  • Sir, may I have your permission to leave the class early?
  • Thank you for your help, sir. I really appreciate it.
  • Sir, could you please repeat the instructions? I didn't catch them.
  • Excuse me, sir, can you tell me the way to the nearest gas station?
  • "Could you help me with my luggage, sir? It's quite heavy and I could use a hand."
  • "Excuse me sir, do you happen to have the time?"
  • "Sir, can you please refrain from smoking in this designated no-smoking area?"
  • "Sir, I must inform you that you are exceeding the speed limit on this road."
  • "I'm sorry sir, but we cannot honor your expired coupon for this purchase."
  • Excuse me sir, but I must remind you that smoking is not permitted in this area.
  • May I ask you a question, sir? How do you handle stress in your work environment?
  • Sir, I must disagree with your opinion as it goes against the facts presented.
  • Sir, I apologize for any inconvenience caused by the delay in your order.
  • Sir, your dedication to your community and charity work is truly admirable.
  • "May I call your attention, sir, to the pressing matter at hand?"
  • "Sir, I humbly request your permission to pursue this opportunity abroad."
  • "Sir, your expertise in the field is highly commendable."
  • "Excuse me, sir, but I believe you have mistaken my intentions."
  • "Pardon me, sir, but I must insist on a more rigorous evaluation for this proposal."
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