Mesdemoiselles (en. Ladies)

/mɛ.z.dɛm.wa.zɛl/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Young women, particularly those who are unmarried.

The young ladies are often invited to gala dinners.

Les mesdemoiselles sont souvent conviées aux dîners de gala.

Courtesy title for young women.

Ladies, please follow me.

Mesdemoiselles, je vous prie de bien vouloir me suivre.

Used in a formal or respectful context.

Ladies, I send you my greetings.

Mesdemoiselles, je vous présente mes salutations.

The word 'mesdemoiselles' is the plural form of 'demoiselle', derived from the Old word 'demoiselle', which meant 'young lady'.

bridesmaids

Girls or women chosen to accompany a bride at a wedding.

mesdemoiselles d'honneur

ladies, pay attention

Reminder for young women to stay attentive.

mesdemoiselles, faites attention

demoiselle

Well-bred young girl.

demoiselle

madame

Respect title for an adult woman.

madame

A friendly or cheeky term to refer to a young woman.

Look at those young ladies having fun on the dance floor!

Regarde ces mesdemoiselles s'amuser sur la piste de danse!

Used in a context where one addresses several girls casually.

Hello ladies, ready for the night?

Salut mesdemoiselles, prêtes pour la soirée?