lass
word
/ˈɫæs/
las
/lˈæs/
las
Definition
A 'lass' is a girl or young woman, especially used in Scotland or Northern England. It is often used in a friendly, informal way.
Usage & Nuances
'Lass' is informal and has an old-fashioned, regional feel, especially common in Scottish or Northern English speech. Rarely used in formal writing or outside these regions. Don't confuse with 'lady' (more formal) or 'miss' (polite, for younger women).
Spanish: chica - muchachaPortuguese (BR): moça - garotaPortuguese (PT): rapariga - moçaChinese (Simplified): 女孩 - 少女Chinese (Traditional): 女孩 - 少女Hindi: लड़कीArabic: فتاة - صبيةBengali: মেয়ে - তরুণীRussian: девушкаJapanese: 娘（むすめ） - 少女Vietnamese: cô gái - thiếu nữKorean: 아가씨 - 소녀Turkish: kız - genç kızUrdu: لڑکی - نوجوان لڑکیIndonesian: gadis - perempuan muda
Example Sentences
She is a kind lass.
basic
The young lass smiled at her friends.
basic
She's a smart little lass, isn't she?
natural
That lass will go far, you watch.
natural
Come here, lass, and tell me what happened.
natural
The lass is playing in the park.
basic