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gentleman

noun B1
1

beyefendi, centilmen, kibar erkek

a man who is courteous, well-mannered and behaves with respect towards others

He always says please and thank you, showing he is a gentleman.

  • When the elevator stopped, the older lady thanked the young man for being a true gentleman.
  • Despite the heated argument, he maintained his composure and acted like a gentleman throughout the meeting.
  • In Victorian literature, the archetype of the gentleman often embodies moral integrity, refined speech, and a sense of social responsibility.
  • a true gentleman · gerçek bir beyefendi He always opens doors for others; he is a true gentleman.
  • gentlemanly behavior · beyefendi davranışı Her praise highlighted his gentlemanly behavior at the dinner.
  • act like a gentleman Even when provoked, he chose to act like a gentleman.

sb: somebody · sth: something

simpler: man

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