noun

laddie

LA-dee

Laddie (noun) means a young boy, used affectionately or informally, especially in Scottish English. Example: “The old shepherd called out, "Come here, laddie!”

noun

A young boy, used affectionately or informally, especially in Scottish English.

"The old shepherd called out, "Come here, laddie!""

How to use laddie

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA friendly, informal word for a young boy, especially common in Scotland.

When to use it

Informal and affectionate, strongly associated with Scottish speech.

Word forms

laddies plural

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Etymology

From "lad" plus the diminutive suffix "-ie."

Synonyms

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Rhymes for laddie

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Frequently asked questions

What does “laddie” mean?

The word “laddie” means a young boy, used affectionately or informally, especially in Scottish English. In plain terms, a friendly, informal word for a young boy, especially common in Scotland.

How do you pronounce “laddie”?

“Laddie” is pronounced LA-dee (/ˈlædi/ in IPA).

How do you use “laddie” in a sentence?

Here is “laddie” used in a sentence: “The old shepherd called out, "Come here, laddie!".”

What part of speech is “laddie”?

“Laddie” is a noun.

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