How to Pronounce "unladylike"
word
ˌʌnˈleɪdiˌlaɪk
un-LAY-dee-like
ʌnlˈeɪdɪlˌaɪk
un-LAY-di-like
Definition
Describes behavior, actions, or appearance considered inappropriate or not proper for a woman, especially by traditional or old-fashioned standards.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌʌnˈleɪdiˌlaɪk
British English
ʌnlˈeɪdɪlˌaɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
un-LAY-dee-like
UK
un-LAY-di-like
Listen in Context
Many consider burping in public to be unladylike.
Her loud laughter was called unladylike by her relatives.
Some think playing football is unladylike for girls.
She didn’t care if her jeans were considered unladylike—she wore what she liked.