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'dear' in a sentence

Learn how to use 'dear' with 20 example sentences.


dear adjective

: dearly loved

: with or in a close or intimate relationship

: sincerely earnest

: having a high price

dear noun

: a beloved person; used as terms of endearment

: a sweet innocent mild-mannered person (especially a child)

dear adverb

: with affection

: at a great cost


  • No, my dear fellow, I don’t think you can help me.
  • Every language is equally precious and dear to its speakers.
  • Did you say something, dear?
  • Frankly, my dear, I don't give a damn.
  • She is a dear friend.
  • I completely agree with you, my dear colleague.
  • My dear, maybe you are hiding something from me!
  • The imam is one of my dearest friends.
  • Dear Santa Claus: For Christmas I would like a girlfriend.
  • I have followed your advice, my dear colleague.
  • My dear little cat has been missing for a week.
  • How did you sleep, dear?
  • Do you love your dear little dog?
  • Please serve the guests some coffee, dear.
  • At your service, my dear sir!
  • They are our dearest friends.
  • It's time to wake up, dear.
  • My mother has sold everything that is dear to her.
  • Fresh vegetables are very dear in winter.
  • I love you, dear sister.
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