Noun
/lˈeɪdi ˈdɒktə/
The term "lady doctor" refers to a female physician. While historically it was used to differentiate female doctors from their male counterparts, in modern usage, it can be considered somewhat outdated or unnecessary. "Doctor" alone is now the preferred term regardless of gender.
In contemporary contexts, "lady doctor" may still be used colloquially, predominantly in certain cultures or regions, but it is less common in professional medical environments, where gender-neutral language is favored.
The frequency of use tends to be lower in formal writing and generally higher in oral communication, especially in informal conversations.
(Моя сестра - врач-женщина, которая специализируется на педиатрии.)
In our community, there's a lady doctor who offers free health workshops.
(В нашем сообществе есть врач-женщина, которая проводит бесплатные семинары по здоровью.)
The lady doctor diagnosed my illness quickly and efficiently.
While the phrase "lady doctor" is not commonly found in idiomatic expressions, it does reflect the societal attitudes toward gender roles within professions, particularly in medicine. However, there are other expressions or phrases that may involve "doctor" more broadly.
(Она сама управляет своей судьбой, беря на себя ответственность за свое будущее.)
He’s a quack doctor, always giving out dubious health advice.
(Он шарлатан-врач, всегда дающий сомнительные советы по здоровью.)
When it comes to medical matters, she’s the go-to doctor in our family.
(Когда дело касается медицины, она - главный врач в нашей семье.)
After years of hard work, she finally became a doctor and fulfilled her dream.
The term "lady" originates from Old English "hlǣfdige," which means "bread kneader" or "wife of a lord." The word "doctor" comes from Latin "docere," meaning "to teach." Historically, the combination accentuated the gender of the profession, particularly in a period when female doctors were relatively rare.
Overall, while the term "lady doctor" might still be encountered, its usage is evolving in favor of more gender-neutral language within professional contexts.