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Lady

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈleɪdi/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈleɪdi/"]/

Meaning of Lady

a word used to mean ‘woman’ that some people, especially older people, consider is more polite

In simple words: A woman, especially one who is polite or has a good position.

Lady in a sentence

• The lady at the front desk helped me check in.
• She is a kind lady who always helps others.
• The lady was dressed elegantly for the gala event.
• He's not just any man; he's a true lady's man.
• In the story, the lady had to make a difficult choice.
• The knight rescued the lady from the tower.
• A lady in red caught everyone's attention at the party.
• The play featured a strong lady who led the kingdom.

How to use Lady

Used in formal contexts to refer to women with respect. Avoid using for very young girls or in very casual settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'lady' as someone always dressed nicely, like a lady in a fancy hat.

Related words

Collocations with Lady

• elderly
• middle-aged
• old
• friend
• a lady of leisure
• ladies who lunch
• the lady of the house
• elderly
• middle-aged
• old
• friend
• a lady of leisure
• ladies who lunch
• the lady of the house

Synonyms for Lady

• woman
• female
• madam
• dame
• girl

Opposites of Lady

• gentleman
• man

Common mistakes with Lady

• Using 'lady' to refer to girls or children.
• Confusing with 'woman' in professional contexts.

Frequently asked questions about Lady

What does Lady mean?

A woman, especially one who is polite or has a good position.

What is the definition of Lady?

a word used to mean ‘woman’ that some people, especially older people, consider is more polite

How do you use Lady in a sentence?

The lady at the front desk helped me check in.

Can you give another example of Lady?

She is a kind lady who always helps others.

What are synonyms for Lady?

Common alternatives include woman, female, madam, dame, girl.

What is the opposite of Lady?

Opposite meanings include gentleman, man.

What words go with Lady?

It commonly pairs with elderly, middle-aged, old, friend, a lady of leisure, ladies who lunch, the lady of the house, elderly, middle-aged, old, friend, a lady of leisure, ladies who lunch, the lady of the house.

What are common mistakes when using Lady?

Using 'lady' to refer to girls or children. Confusing with 'woman' in professional contexts.

How do you pronounce Lady?

US: /["/ˈleɪdi/"]/, UK: /["/ˈleɪdi/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Lady?

Used in formal contexts to refer to women with respect. Avoid using for very young girls or in very casual settings.

What CEFR level is Lady?

"Lady" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.