English Idiom · Intermediate
ould one
old woman
Pronunciation: /ˈaʊld wɒn/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "old woman".
Example
The ould ones were praying in church.
The ould ones were praying in church.
Practice tips
- Practice ould one out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English idiom is for intermediate-level learners.