Translation
to call, to name
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Word origin
From Old High German nemnen, a causative derivative of the same root as Name ('name'), related to English to name.
- Origin
- Old High German
- Root
- nemnen
- English cognates
- name
Grammar
Irregular verb. A full conjugation table for irregular verbs is coming soon. For now, use a reference like Wordreference or RAE.
Examples
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People just call him the boss.
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What did you name your child?
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She named her reasons for the decision.
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Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 5, lesson 4: Words 431-440.