2006-10-17 04:56:21 · 12 answers · asked by ANGELINA S 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
Why is this question in 'Higher Education'? 'Lady' can be a condescending term or a compliment, depending on who's saying it.
2006-10-17 05:15:03 · answer #1 · answered by Strange Design 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
This is a cultural question - it depends on what country and what era you are referring to. Each generation and region of the world has had different expectations on what it is to be a lady. There are tons of etiquitte books out there on the subject.
In the United States, this question is broken down by region. A Southern Lady is vastly different from a Yankee Lady and each would most probably find the other inappropriate.
Worse, in general the term is not one of compliment, but used to "keep women in line." A strong, opinionated, succesful woman would most probably never be referred to as a "lady" in the classic sense.
2006-10-17 12:49:57 · answer #2 · answered by Michael F 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
a lady never shows emotion in public. she always strives to make sure those around her are comfortable. she is always polite, can make small talk, minds all manners and is a master of etiquette. a lady never does anything inappropriate. also, according to certain members of my family...a lady always leaves a little something on her plate, never curses, never lets her back touch the back of her seat, has perfect posture and a perfect appearance. a lady never shows rudeness and crosses her ankles not her legs. a lady never fornicates unless married and never argues with anyone. a lady must be graceful at all times.
no one i've ever met lives up to these expectations, but i'm told this is the general rule for qualifying as a southern lady. i was also told that a true lady does what needs to be done and cries about it later. hope this helps.
2006-10-17 12:10:06 · answer #3 · answered by kajunprincezz 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
A true lady is soft-spoken, witty and has a delightful laugh that cannot be heard across a restaurant.
A true lady never curses anyone or anything.
A true lady is smartly dressed, never too reserved, and NEVER slutty.
A true lady behaves around men who aren't hers - but when she is alone with her man, she holds nothing back.
A true lady is a rare gem of a find!
2006-10-17 12:32:24 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The characteristic's of a lady is one her personality, for one the way she Carry's her self and everything that makes her who she is. She Can have a positive or negative out look on life and how she views herself. So the character of a woman could be made up of how she see herself and how she would want others to view her.
2006-10-17 12:55:17 · answer #5 · answered by shenekamccray 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
A lady is a woman who can adapt to and handle any situation with grace and ease. She does not need to be loud or obnoxious to get her point across. She has a decent sense of morals, but is not prudish. At least that's what I think.
2006-10-17 12:09:47 · answer #6 · answered by Jenn 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Only speak when spoken to, hold no opinions on anything, always look presentable for your hubby (Get up half an hour before him, to put on your make-up, so you look nice when he wakes up), never use profanity, and be capable of walking daintily with a book on your head. Don't forget to laugh at mens jokes, constantly agree, and retire from the dining room after meals, so the men can talk seriously without the input of silly girly notions, like 'didn't the Prime Ministers hair look pretty today?'
Hope that helps, anyway must be off to beat the wife soundly.
2006-10-17 12:14:12 · answer #7 · answered by SteveUK 5 · 0⤊ 3⤋
The only Lady that I'm aware of is a cartoon dog, and she has a friend named Tramp;) LOL
2006-10-17 12:04:13 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
One who sits with her legs crossed!
2006-10-17 12:51:05 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Having the ability to be discreet when opening your mouth and legs
2006-10-17 12:06:05 · answer #10 · answered by rav42u 3 · 0⤊ 3⤋