How to Say ‘Ms. Doctor’ in German
Herr Doktor
hair DOK-tor
[hair DOK-tor]
💬 Usage Tip: A formal way to address a male doctor. Think of it like "Doctor" with extra German politeness.
🇩🇪 In Germany: Still heard in Germany, especially from older speakers or in traditional settings. Very respectful.
Phrase Breakdown
Herr
[hair]
Mr.; sir
Polite title used when addressing a male doctor.
Herr Doktor, ich habe eine Frage.
Doctor, I have a question.
Doktor
[DOK-tor]
doctor
Used as a title when speaking to or about a doctor.
Herr Doktor, können Sie helfen?
Doctor, can you help?
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