🇰🇷Korean Source WordCode: KO

신사

Pronunciation / Transliteration: sinsa

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Gentleman/ˈdʒɛn.təl.mən/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #800 frequency
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🇰🇷 Example Sentence in Korean:

"그는 항상 진정한 신사처럼 행동합니다."

Comprehensive Definitions & Senses

2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A man of good and courteous conduct.

    "He always behaves like a true gentleman, treating everyone with respect."
  2. 2

    A man of high social status or wealth.

    "The gentleman at the gala was known for his philanthropic efforts."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'gentleman' originates from the Old French 'gentilhomme', which means 'nobleman'. It evolved in the Middle Ages to denote a man of good family and social standing, reflecting the societal values of chivalry and honor.

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