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Word

hermann

Phoneticsher·mann

/ˈhɝmən/

Definition

n. a common German name for a man. It is also a popular last name in many European countries.

n. a masculine given name or surname of Germanic origin, derived from elements meaning 'army' and 'man'.

Examples

“Hermann is a very traditional name in Germany.”

“The professor introduced himself as Dr. Hermann and began the lecture on European history.”

“While the name Hermann was exceptionally common in the early twentieth century, its popularity has fluctuated as naming conventions shifted toward more modern or international alternatives.”

Examples

simple

“Hermann is a very traditional name in Germany.”

contextual

“The professor introduced himself as Dr. Hermann and began the lecture on European history.”

complex

“While the name Hermann was exceptionally common in the early twentieth century, its popularity has fluctuated as naming conventions shifted toward more modern or international alternatives.”

Usage

Capitalised as a proper noun; functions as a given name or a surname.

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