goodman

BrE /ˈɡʊd.mæn/ AmE /ˈɡʊd.mæn/

noun en → es

1 FORMAL ADDRESS [noun] B2

a respectful way of addressing a man, especially in formal situations or letters

señor, caballero

Collocations Dear Goodman

  • The letter was addressed to 'Goodman Smith'.

    La carta estaba dirigida a 'Señor Smith'.

2 CHARACTER IN LITERATURE [noun] C1

a character in literature or folklore, often portrayed as a wise and virtuous man

personaje masculino sabio y virtuoso en la literatura o el folclore

Collocations Goodman Brown

  • In the story, Goodman Brown represents a moral figure.

    En la historia, Goodman Brown representa una figura moral.