lads
word · lemma: lad
/ˈɫædz/
ladz
/lˈædz/
ladz
Definition
A plural informal word for boys or young men. In British English, it is also often used in a friendly way to talk to or about a group of male friends.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly British and informal. Very common in phrases like 'the lads' and when directly addressing a group: 'Come on, lads.' It usually refers to males only, and can sound casual, warm, or sometimes slightly rough depending on context. Not suitable for formal writing.
Spanish: chicos - muchachosPortuguese (BR): caras - rapazesPortuguese (PT): rapazes - moçosChinese (Simplified): 小伙子们 - 男孩们Chinese (Traditional): 小夥子們 - 男孩們Hindi: लड़के - जवान लड़केArabic: شباب - أولادBengali: ছেলে - ছেলেরাRussian: парни - ребятаJapanese: 少年たち - 男の子たちVietnamese: các chàng trai - các bạn namKorean: 소년들 - 남자 아이들Turkish: delikanlılar - oğlanlarUrdu: لڑکےIndonesian: anak-anak laki-laki - para cowok
Example Sentences
All right, lads, let's get started.
natural
The lads are heading to the pub after work.
natural
He went on a trip with the lads from college.
natural
The lads are playing football in the park.
basic
I met two friendly lads at the station.
basic
Come on, lads, we are late.
basic