Ladies

USAGE SUMMARY

The part of the phrase "Ladies" is correct and usable in written English. You can use it when addressing a group of women or in formal contexts. Example: "Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the event." Alternative expressions include "Women," "Ladies and girls," "Females."

✓ Grammatically correct

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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

43 human-written examples

"Ladies and gentlemen, if we shout loud enough he might just hear us in hospital," he added, as the crowd broke into the most deafening roar of the evening, then chanted "Philip, Philip, Philip" as the Queen was visibly moved.

The Guardian - Music

Related: Paid to play: levelling the field for women's professional sport Several might be shocked to learn that on Boxing Day 1921, a crowd of 53,000 at Goodison Park watched the famous Dick, Kerr's Ladies team in action.

The Guardian - Sport

But even as I sat on the Underground on my way to the Ladies' Market, things looked promising.

The Guardian - Travel

It was ladies' night when we visited, so while my girlfriend waltzed in free of charge, I had to fork out €15 for the pleasure.

The Guardian - Travel

I know that ladies in towering heels do need a rest sometimes, but surely there are chairs for that?

The Guardian - Lifestyle

He had been given the tip by his cousin, a player in the Turkish ladies national volleyball team.

The Guardian - Sport

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

17 human-written examples

"Ah, the four pretty wenches," he says to her ladies-in-waiting.

The Guardian - Film

As the former England midfielder Becky Easton, now with Liverpool Ladies riding high at the top of the Women's Super League, tweeted this week, "If you questioned, disagreed or in anyway upset her... you would be banished for life".

The Guardian - Sport

He is in love with Cesare's stunningly beautiful cousin Angela Borgia Marina Bertii), but that isn't going to stop him fooling around with other ladies (again, this is the Renaissance).

The Guardian - Film

In search of inspiration, earlier this year I attended a tasting at the Westminster Hotel in Le Touquet, organised by an august body called the Wine Ladies of Le Touquet, most of them the wives of hotel or restaurant owners.

The Guardian - Travel

The rapper rushed the stage while the 19-year-old country singer accepted an award for her song You Belong With Me, telling the audience that Beyonce should have won for her video Single Ladies (Put a Ring On It). "Taylor, I'm really happy for you, and I'm gonna let you finish, but Beyonce had one of the best videos of all time," said West, as an embarrassed Beyonce looked on from the audience.

The Guardian - Music

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Consider the context and audience when using "Ladies". In some informal settings, "women" might be more appropriate.

Common error

Avoid using "Ladies" in very informal or casual settings where it might sound overly stuffy or artificial. Opt for more relaxed terms like "women" or "gals" depending on the context.

Linguistic Context

The primary grammatical function of "Ladies" is that of a plural noun, used to refer to a group of women. As shown in Ludwig, the term often serves as a respectful form of address, such as in the phrase "Ladies and gentlemen."

Expression frequency: Very common

Frequent in

News & Media

40%

Sport

20%

Travel

10%

Less common in

Formal & Business

10%

Science

10%

Unknown

10%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, "Ladies" is a plural noun primarily used as a respectful term to refer to a group of women. Ludwig's analysis confirms that the term is grammatically correct and very common, particularly in news, sports, and travel contexts. While generally neutral in formality, its usage should be tailored to the specific context, avoiding overly formal applications in casual settings. Ludwig AI also provides relevant information in the "aiResponseStatus" field of the SEARCH_DATA json about the correctness and usability of the term in written English. Alternatives like "women" or "gals" might be more suitable in informal situations.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

Women

A more general and straightforward term for adult females.

Mesdames

French term for Ladies.

Girls

Referring to young women or female children.

Female individuals

A formal and somewhat clinical term for women.

Womenfolk

An older, somewhat folksy term for women.

Dames

A slightly old-fashioned term for women, sometimes implying sophistication.

Gals

An informal and colloquial term for women.

Maidens

An archaic term, usually referring to young, unmarried women.

Chicks

A slang term for women, potentially considered offensive depending on context.

She's

Singular possessive pronoun.

FAQs

How to use "Ladies" in a sentence?

"Ladies" can be used as a term of address, such as "Ladies and gentlemen", or to refer to a group of women, like "The "ladies' team" won the championship".

What's the difference between "Ladies" and "Women"?

"Ladies" is generally more formal and polite, while "Women" is a more general and neutral term. The choice depends on the context and the desired level of formality. In many modern contexts, "women" is often preferred for its inclusivity and neutrality.

When is it appropriate to use "Ladies" instead of "Girls"?

"Ladies" is appropriate for adult women, whereas "Girls" refers to young females. Using "girls" for adult women can sometimes be seen as condescending or infantilizing.

What can I say instead of "Ladies" in a casual setting?

In a casual setting, you can use alternatives like "gals" or "women", depending on the context. Avoid overly formal terms if the situation is relaxed.