Young lady: meaning, definitions and examples

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young lady

 

[ jʌŋ ˈleɪdi ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

formal

A young woman, typically in her late teens or early twenties, who is polite, well-mannered, and graceful.

Synonyms

girl, lass, young woman

Examples of usage

  • She is a charming young lady.
  • The young lady greeted us with a smile.
  • The young lady was elegantly dressed for the occasion.
Context #2 | Noun

polite

A respectful way to address a female of any age.

Synonyms

female, lady, woman

Examples of usage

  • Excuse me, young lady, can you help me find this book?
  • The young lady at the reception desk was very helpful.

Translations

Translations of the word "young lady" in other languages:

🇵🇹 jovem senhora

🇮🇳 युवा महिला

🇩🇪 junge Dame

🇮🇩 wanita muda

🇺🇦 молода леді

🇵🇱 młoda dama

🇯🇵 若い女性

🇫🇷 jeune dame

🇪🇸 joven dama

🇹🇷 genç bayan

🇰🇷 젊은 여성

🇸🇦 سيدة شابة

🇨🇿 mladá dáma

🇸🇰 mladá dáma

🇨🇳 年轻女士

🇸🇮 mlada dama

🇮🇸 ung dama

🇰🇿 жас ханым

🇬🇪 ახალგაზრდა ლედი

🇦🇿 gənc xanım

🇲🇽 joven dama

Etymology

The term 'young lady' has been used for centuries to refer to a female in her youth. It is a polite and respectful way to address a woman, emphasizing her youth and possibly innocence. The phrase has evolved over time but continues to be a common and accepted term in modern English.