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paulo

n. countable
A1 Beginner US //ˈpɔˌɫoʊ// paulo

n. a common male name in Portuguese and Italian. It is the same as the English name Paul.

n. a masculine given name of Latin origin, specifically the Portuguese and Italian form of Paulus. Used as a proper name for individuals in Lusophone and Italophone cultures.


SIMPLE

Paulo is my new classmate from Brazil.

CONTEXTUAL

The author Paulo Coelho is famous for writing the book The Alchemist.

COMPLEX

While the name Paulo is most frequently associated with Portuguese-speaking countries today, its roots trace back to the Roman family name meaning small or humble.

Usage

When used as a proper name, it must be capitalised.

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