domnul
The Romanian phrase for 'Mr' is domnul.
domnul is a title used before a man's surname or full name. Unlike the English 'Mr.', which stands alone, the Romanian title is almost always used with the definite article attached to the end.
How does it change in a sentence?
The form changes depending on how you use it in a sentence. Use domnul for the standard subject form. Use domnule in the vocative case when you are addressing a man directly. Use domnului in the genitive or dative case when expressing possession or direction toward the person, such as 'to Mr. Smith'.
Did you know?
- In very formal or traditional contexts, domnul can be used to refer to God, as in Domnul Dumnezeu for 'the Lord God'.
- In old Romanian law and feudal history, a domn was specifically the sovereign ruler of a principality, such as Moldavia or Wallachia.
- The word domnul is derived from domn, which means 'lord' or 'master'. This reflects a historical social hierarchy where the title implied a position of authority.
Examples in context
- Domnul Tanaka pare foarte bogat.Mr Tanaka appears very rich.This sentence shows how to use domnul to describe a person's state.Tatoeba #4143925 by AlbertaJ, translation #279117 by al_ex_an_der
- Domnul Baum este un bun traducător.Mr. Baum is a good translator.This sentence shows how to use domnul to describe someone's profession.Tatoeba #13854916 by Ioan_Cristian, translation #13854842 by Ioan_Cristian
- Mă bucur să vă cunosc, domnule Zhang.Nice to meet you, Mr. Zhang.This sentence demonstrates the use of the vocative form domnule when addressing someone directly.Tatoeba #8741632 by elenacristina260, translation #8088519 by Ricardo14
- Domnul Johnson este invitatul nostru de onoare.Mr. Johnson is our guest of honor.
- Salut, domnule Popescu!Hello, Mr. Popescu!
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Example conversation
Elena introduces her new boss to Alexandru.
- AlexandruCine este acela?Who is that?
- ElenaEste domnul Popescu, noul manager.That is Mr. Popescu, the new manager.
- AlexandruBună ziua, domnule Popescu!Good day, Mr. Popescu!
- ElenaEl este un om foarte amabil.He is a very kind man.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
