nounmasculinepl: gentlemen
cavalheiro
1. A man of good social position, particularly one of wealth and high social class
He is a gentleman of considerable means.
Ele é um cavalheiro de posses consideráveis.
2. A man who is polite, honorable, and well-mannered
He behaved like a true gentleman throughout the evening.
Ele se comportou como um verdadeiro cavalheiro durante toda a noite.
3. A man, used as a polite form of address
Good morning, gentleman. How may I help you?
Bom dia, senhor. Como posso ajudá-lo?
NYC Slang
my guy, dude (informal); used less formally in NYC speech
Related Idioms & Phrases
gentleman's agreement - an informal agreement based on honor rather than legal obligation
perfect gentleman - a man with impeccable manners and behavior
officer and a gentleman - a person of both authority and good character
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