Cool MateMeaning of Ladies and gentlemen
In simple words: A polite way to refer to a group of men and women.
Ladies and gentlemen in a sentence
- Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for being here today.
- I would like to welcome all you ladies and gentlemen to the annual gala.
- Ladies and gentlemen, please take your seats; the show is about to begin.
- Today, I’ll be discussing topics that concern both ladies and gentlemen equally.
How to use Ladies and gentlemen
Commonly used in speeches, presentations, or formal events to address an audience. Generally not used in informal settings.
Grammar pattern
standalone greeting
Memory hint
Think of a formal event like a tea party where people dress elegantly.
Related words
Collocations with Ladies and gentlemen
- Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome
- Ladies and gentlemen, thank you
- Ladies and gentlemen, may I introduce
Synonyms for Ladies and gentlemen
- distinguished guests
- honored guests
- audience
Common mistakes with Ladies and gentlemen
- Used in casual conversations which feels overly formal.
- Confused with 'everyone' which is less formal.
- Mispronouncing or not using appropriate tone in speeches.
Ladies and gentlemen appears in
Ladies and gentlemen in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
سيداتي سادتي
طريقة مهذبة للإشارة إلى مجموعة من الرجال والنساء.
- Bengaliবাংলা
মহিলা ও ভদ্রমহোদয়গণ
পুরুষ ও মহিলাদের একটি দলকে বোঝানোর একটি ভদ্র উপায়।
- GermanDeutsch
Sehr geehrte Damen und Herren
Eine höfliche Art, eine Gruppe von Männern und Frauen anzusprechen.
- SpanishEspañol
Damas y caballeros
Una forma educada de referirse a un grupo de hombres y mujeres.
- Persianفارسی
خانمها و آقایان
یه جور مودبانه صدا زدن یه گروه از خانمها و آقایونه.
- FrenchFrançais
Mesdames et messieurs
Une façon polie de parler à un groupe d'hommes et de femmes.
- Hindiहिन्दी
देवियों और सज्जनों
पुरुषों और महिलाओं के समूह का उल्लेख करने का एक विनम्र तरीका।
- ItalianItaliano
Signore e signori
Un modo educato per riferirsi a un gruppo di uomini e donne.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Senhoras e senhores
Uma forma educada de se referir a um grupo de homens e mulheres.
- RussianРусский
Дамы и господа
Вежливый способ обратиться к группе мужчин и женщин.
- Urduاردو
حضرات خواتین و حضرات
لوگوں کے ایک گروپ، یعنی مردوں اور عورتوں کو مخاطب کرنے کا ایک شائستہ طریقہ۔
- Chinese中文
各位女士们，各位先生们
一种礼貌地称呼一群男人和女人的方式。
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Frequently asked questions about Ladies and gentlemen
What does Ladies and gentlemen mean?
A polite way to refer to a group of men and women.
What is the definition of Ladies and gentlemen?
A formal phrase used to address a mixed-gender audience.
How do you use Ladies and gentlemen in a sentence?
Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for being here today.
Can you give another example of Ladies and gentlemen?
I would like to welcome all you ladies and gentlemen to the annual gala.
What are synonyms for Ladies and gentlemen?
Common alternatives include distinguished guests, honored guests, audience.
What words go with Ladies and gentlemen?
It commonly pairs with Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome, Ladies and gentlemen, thank you, Ladies and gentlemen, may I introduce.
What are common mistakes when using Ladies and gentlemen?
Used in casual conversations which feels overly formal. Confused with 'everyone' which is less formal. Mispronouncing or not using appropriate tone in speeches.
How do you pronounce Ladies and gentlemen?
US: //ˈleɪdiz ənd ˈdʒɛntləmən//, UK: //ˈleɪdiz ənd ˈdʒɛntlmən//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Ladies and gentlemen formal or informal?
"Ladies and gentlemen" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.
When should I use Ladies and gentlemen?
Commonly used in speeches, presentations, or formal events to address an audience. Generally not used in informal settings.