How to Pronounce Ladyship

To pronounce "ladyship", say LADYSH-ip — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈleɪ.di.ʃɪp/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈleɪ.di.ʃɪp/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ladyship”

"ladyship" has 2 syllables: ladysh-ip.

What does ladyship mean?

noun

  1. Term of respect for a woman of the peerage without using her title.

    “"Her ladyship will be unable to attend tonight," he said, with a wink because he hadn't said why.”

  2. (English and Commonwealth) Formal form of address for a lady judge (as opposed to the informal "judge").

Related words

miladycontessacountesscomtessebaronessladymrsmadam

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ladyship"?▾

"Ladyship" has 2 syllables: ladysh · ip.

What is the IPA transcription of "ladyship"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ladyship" is /ˈleɪ.di.ʃɪp/.

What does "ladyship" mean?▾

Ladyship: Term of respect for a woman of the peerage without using her title.

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