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    Mademoiselle (en. Miss)

    /madəmwazɛl/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Title given to a young woman or girl.
    The mademoiselle at the bookstore recommended a book.
    La mademoiselle à la librairie a recommandé un livre.
    A formal term used to address a woman, often in a polite context.
    Excuse me, mademoiselle, may I help you?
    Excusez-moi, mademoiselle, puis-je vous aider ?
    Designation of a young woman or girl, typically unmarried.
    The mademoiselle was wearing an elegant dress.
    La mademoiselle portait une robe élégante.

    Etymology

    Derived from 'ma dame', a diminutive and formal version used to address a young girl or woman.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    mademoiselle, your order
    A phrase used to address a female customer.
    mademoiselle, votre commande
    lady companion
    A woman hired to keep company with another.
    mademoiselle de compagnie
    mademoiselle is served
    An expression indicating readiness to help.
    mademoiselle est servie
    my dear mademoiselle
    An affectionate term used to address a young woman.
    ma chère mademoiselle

    Related Words

    madame
    Title for a married woman.
    madame
    demoiselle
    Young woman or girl, often unmarried.
    demoiselle
    woman
    General designation for an adult female.
    femme
    boy
    Designation for a young man.
    garçon
    child
    General term to denote a young person of non-adult age.
    enfant

    Slang Meanings

    Terms used to refer to a young woman in an informal way.
    She's a real mademoiselle, she attracts all the attention.
    C'est une vraie mademoiselle, elle attire tous les regards.
    Casual use of the term in informal contexts.
    Look at that mademoiselle having fun at the party.
    Regarde cette mademoiselle qui s'amuse à la fête.