Dames (en. Ladies)

/dɑm/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Refers to a woman, often in a polite or respectful manner.

The ladies of high society were present at the event.

Les dames de la haute société étaient présentes à l'événement.

Term used to refer to a woman in a familiar way.

This lady is very kind.

Cette dame est très gentille.

Can also refer to a female player in a board game or card game.

She played a queen in poker.

Elle a joué une dame au poker.

The word comes from the Latin 'domina', which means 'mistress' or 'lady'.

ladies' companions

Women engaged to keep company and entertain.

dames de compagnie

in the presence of ladies

In the presence or proximity of women.

auprès des dames

lady

A woman often respected or noble.

dame

damsel

A young woman, often from a good family.

damoiselle

Girl or woman in a casual manner.

Hey, look at that lady over there!

Hey, regarde cette dame là-bas!

Affectionate term for a partner.

My lady and I are going to the movies tonight.

Ma dame et moi allons au cinéma ce soir.