sir
🇺🇸
/sɜːr/
🇬🇧
/sɜː(r)/
a polite way to speak to a man when you don't know his name
Excuse me, sir, could you help me with this bag?
对不起,先生,您能帮我拿这个包吗?
used to start a formal letter when you don't know the man's name
Dear sir, I am writing to inquire about your services.
尊敬的先生,我写信是为了询问您的服务。
a title for a man with a high British honor or a baronet
It's an honor to meet you, Sir John.
很荣幸见到您,约翰先生。
used to address a man in authority, especially in the military
I will complete the task, sir!
我会完成任务,先生!
used by children at school to address a male teacher
Sir, may I leave the classroom for a moment?
先生,我可以暂时离开教室吗?