How to Pronounce "mesdames"
word
meɪˈdæmz
may-DAMZ
mˈɛzdeɪmz
MEZ-daymz
Definition
A formal French word meaning 'ladies,' used as a polite way to address or refer to a group of women.
IPA Transcription
American English
meɪˈdæmz
British English
mˈɛzdeɪmz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
may-DAMZ
UK
MEZ-daymz
Listen in Context
Ladies and mesdames, please take your seats.
The invitation read 'Messieurs et Mesdames'.
Please welcome the mesdames to the stage.
The program listed the performers as 'Mesdames Dupont and Lefevre.'