Country Gentleman

B2 16+

Pronunciation: /ˈkʌntri ˈdʒɛntəlmən/

Definitions of country gentleman

noun a person who owns or manages a large farm or estate in the countryside

Example Sentences

A1 The country gentleman lived in a small village.

A2 The country gentleman enjoyed hunting and fishing in his spare time.

B1 The country gentleman was known for his generosity towards his neighbors.

B2 The country gentleman's estate was vast and well-maintained.

C1 The country gentleman was well-respected in the community for his philanthropic efforts.

C2 The country gentleman's elegant manners and refined taste set him apart from others in his social circle.

Examples of country gentleman in a Sentence

formal The country gentleman was known for his impeccable manners and elegant attire.

informal The country gentleman always had a friendly wave for everyone he passed on the road.

slang That country gentleman sure knows how to throw a good hoedown!

figurative She considered him a true country gentleman, always putting others' needs before his own.

Grammatical Forms of country gentleman

past tense

country gentlemanned

plural

country gentlemen

comparative

more country gentlemanly

superlative

most country gentlemanly

present tense

country gentlemans

future tense

will country gentleman

perfect tense

have country gentlemanned

continuous tense

is country gentlemaning

singular

country gentleman

positive degree

country gentleman

infinitive

to country gentleman

gerund

country gentlemaning

participle

country gentlemanning

Origin and Evolution of country gentleman

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The term 'country gentleman' originated in England during the medieval period, referring to landowners or wealthy individuals who lived in the countryside.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'country gentleman' evolved to encompass a broader definition, referring to a person of refined manners and traditional values associated with rural life, regardless of their actual social status or occupation.