מַר
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The Hebrew word for 'mister' is מַר (mar). Wiktionary also lists ׳הא.
Meaning: title of adult male (noun)
Ways to say it
| Hebrew | Romanization (Wiktionary) | Note |
|---|---|---|
| מַר | mar | masculine |
| ׳הא |
מַר is a formal title used before a surname, similar to 'Mr.' in English.
Which one should you use?
While מַר is a title used with a name, אֲדֹנִי is used as a standalone term of address to mean 'sir' or 'my lord'.
How do you pronounce it?
mar
Did you know?
- In many Israeli settings, using 'Mister' or מַר can actually feel overly formal or even slightly cold, as Israeli culture tends to favor a much more direct and informal style of address.
- The term מַר can be used ironically in Hebrew to mock someone who is acting overly formal or pretentious.
- When addressing a stranger in a shop or on the street, Israelis often skip מַר entirely and use a friendly, generic term like חביבי in mixed settings.
Example sentences for Hebrew are not verified yet.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “mister” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
