Ladylike: meaning, definitions and examples
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ladylike
[ ˈleɪdiˌlaɪk ]
behavior
Behaving in a polite, dignified, and elegant way, typically associated with traditional ideas of femininity.
Synonyms
elegant, graceful, polite, refined
Examples of usage
- She crossed her legs in a ladylike manner.
- She always speaks in a ladylike tone.
manner
In a manner that is characteristic of or suitable for a lady.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She walked ladylike across the room.
- She sat ladylike at the table.
Translations
Translations of the word "ladylike" in other languages:
🇵🇹 feminina
🇮🇳 नारी-सुलभ
🇩🇪 damenhaft
🇮🇩 anggun
🇺🇦 жіночний
🇵🇱 damski
🇯🇵 淑やか
🇫🇷 féminine
🇪🇸 femenina
🇹🇷 hanımefendi gibi
🇰🇷 숙녀다운
🇸🇦 أنثوي
🇨🇿 dámský
🇸🇰 dámsky
🇨🇳 淑女般的
🇸🇮 žensko
🇮🇸 kvenlegur
🇰🇿 әйелдік
🇬🇪 ქალური
🇦🇿 qadınsayağı
🇲🇽 femenina
Word origin
The term 'ladylike' originated in the 19th century and is a combination of the words 'lady' and 'like'. It reflects the societal expectations of how women should behave with grace, elegance, and politeness. The concept of being ladylike has evolved over time, but it continues to be associated with traditional notions of femininity.
See also: lady.