dumneavoastră

you (formal/polite)

Intermediate Phrase

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Pronunciation

/dum.ne̯a.ˈvo̯as.trə/

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Cultural Note

'Dumneavoastră' is the formal second-person pronoun, essential in Romanian politeness. It is used with strangers, elders, officials, and in professional settings. Using 'tu' (informal you) with someone who expects 'dumneavoastră' is considered disrespectful. The word etymologically means 'your lordship.'