Question

From the given sentence, form a feminine noun from the masculine one:
We saw the gentleman walking down the road to buy groceries.

This question has multiple correct answers.

a) Gentlewoman
b) Lady
c) Gentlelady
d) Woman

Answer 1

Hint: The term “gentleman” is a polite way of referring to a man. It is also used to refer to a courteous or honorable man.

Complete step-by-step answer:

Let us look at the given options one by one. Option d “woman” is the feminine form of the masculine noun “man”. Thus, option d is incorrect.

Option c “gentlelady” is a polite way of addressing a woman. This is the feminine of “gentleman. Thus, option c is correct. Let us check the remaining options too.

Option b “lady” is a polite and old-fashioned way of referring to a woman. This is the masculine of gentleman. We often hear people saying ‘ladies and gentlemen’ when referring to a crowd of people.

Option a “gentlewoman” is also used to refer to a woman of high social standing. This is not the feminine of the word “gentleman”. Thus, option a is incorrect.

Therefore, both option b and c are correct feminine forms of the noun “gentleman”.

Note: Lady is also the feminine form of the word “lord”.