Translation
the name
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Word origin
From Old High German namo, the same Germanic root as English name.
- Origin
- Old High German
- Root
- namo
- English cognates
- name
Grammar
Examples
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What's your name?
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I've forgotten his name.
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The names of all the children are on the list.
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Grammar articles
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Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 3, lesson 3: Words 222-231.