gentlemen
Translation
gentlemen, men
Examples
Good morning, gentlemen.
Good morning, gentlemen.
Two gentlemen were waiting outside.
Two gentlemen were waiting outside.
Grammar Patterns
((number)) gentlemen ((...)) plural of gentleman Two gentlemen were waiting outside.
((Greeting)), gentlemen. a form of address Good morning, gentlemen.
Similar Words
Synonyms: men, sirs, guys
Etymology
The plural of 'gentleman'. Note the irregular plural form: man -> men.
Memory Tips
Just as 'man' becomes 'men' in the plural, 'gentleman' becomes 'gentlemen'.