מַר
marmasculine
The English phrase "mr." is translated into Hebrew as מַר (mar). Wiktionary also lists ׳הא.
Meaning: abbreviation of mister (noun)
Ways to say it
| Hebrew | Romanization (Wiktionary) | Note |
|---|---|---|
| מַר | mar | masculine |
| ׳הא | masculine |
מַר is a masculine noun used as an abbreviation for "mister."
Which one should you use?
The feminine counterpart to the masculine מַר is גברת (Mrs./Ms.).
How do you pronounce it?
mar
Did you know?
- The word מַר can also mean 'bitter' in a completely different context, showing how one short syllable can shift from a polite title to a strong sensory adjective.
- In Israel, using a title like מַר in a business setting can sometimes feel unintentionally sarcastic or overly stiff, almost as if you are mocking someone's formality.
- In modern Hebrew, using the title מַר before a person's first name is often considered a mistake or a sign of non-native speech, as titles are usually paired with surnames.
Examples in context
- בָּקֵשְׁתִי פְּגִישָׁה עִם הָאָדוֹן שִׁמְעוֹן.I requested a meeting with Mr. Shimon.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “mr.” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
