Cool MateMeaning of Lad
a boy or young man
In simple words: A young man or boy.
Lad in a sentence
- Things have changed since I was a lad.
- He's a nice lad.
- Hurry up, lad.
- They're a nice bunch of lads.
- He's a strapping lad—already bigger than his father.
- to have a night out with the lads
- I tried to fit in and be **one of the lads**.
- Tony was **a bit of a lad**—always had an eye for the women.
How to use Lad
Commonly used in British English, 'lad' is friendly and casual. It’s often used in a playful or affectionate way, usually among friends. Not suitable for formal situations.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of a 'lad' like a young lad in a football shirt kicking a ball.
Related words
Common mistakes with Lad
- Confused with 'guy' as they can have different connotations in certain regions.
- Used inappropriately in formal writing, where 'young man' is better.
- Mispronounced by non-native speakers, often saying 'lad' as 'ladd'.
Lad appears in
Lad in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
ولد، شاب
ولد أو شاب صغير.
- Bengaliবাংলা
ছেলে
একটি অল্পবয়সী পুরুষ বা ছেলে।
- GermanDeutsch
Junge, Kerl
Ein junger Mann oder Junge.
- SpanishEspañol
Chaval
Un chico o joven.
- Persianفارسی
پسر بچه، جوان
یه پسر یا مرد جوون.
- FrenchFrançais
Gars
Un jeune homme ou un garçon.
- Hindiहिन्दी
लड़का
एक जवान आदमी या लड़का।
- ItalianItaliano
Ragazzo
Un giovane uomo o ragazzo.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Rapaz
Um jovem ou garoto.
- RussianРусский
Парень, малый
Молодой парень или мальчишка.
- Urduاردو
لڑکا، جوان آدمی
ایک جوان آدمی یا لڑکا۔
- Chinese中文
小伙子, 男孩
一个年轻的男人或男孩。
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Frequently asked questions about Lad
What does Lad mean?
A young man or boy.
What is the definition of Lad?
a boy or young man
How do you use Lad in a sentence?
Things have changed since I was a lad.
Can you give another example of Lad?
He's a nice lad.
What are synonyms for Lad?
Common alternatives include boy, guy, youth, fellow, chap.
What is the opposite of Lad?
Opposite meanings include girl, woman.
What words go with Lad?
It commonly pairs with little, young, big, bunch, group.
What are common mistakes when using Lad?
Confused with 'guy' as they can have different connotations in certain regions. Used inappropriately in formal writing, where 'young man' is better. Mispronounced by non-native speakers, often saying 'lad' as 'ladd'.
How do you pronounce Lad?
US: /["/læd/"]/, UK: /["/læd/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Lad formal or informal?
"Lad" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use Lad?
Commonly used in British English, 'lad' is friendly and casual. It’s often used in a playful or affectionate way, usually among friends. Not suitable for formal situations.
What CEFR level is Lad?
"Lad" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.