Name for Meaning in English
expression
ˈneɪm/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
NAYM-for, NAYM-fer, NAYM-fur
nˈeɪm/ /fˈɔː
NAYM-faw
Definition
A 'name for' something is the word or term used to refer to that person, thing, or idea.
Usage & Nuances
Common in definitions, explanations, or when clarifying vocabulary (e.g., 'Another name for'). Usually followed by what the word describes. Not used to mean 'famous for a name.'
Spanish: nombre paraPortuguese (BR): nome paraPortuguese (PT): nome paraChinese (Simplified): ……的名字 - 名称Chinese (Traditional): ……的名字 - 名稱Hindi: के लिए नामArabic: اسم لـBengali: নাম - নামে ডাকা হয়Russian: название - терминJapanese: 名前 - 呼び名Vietnamese: tên gọiKorean: 이름Turkish: isim - adUrdu: نامIndonesian: nama
Example Sentences
What's another name for 'sofa'?
basic
Water is another name for H2O.
basic
What is the name for this animal in English?
basic
There's actually a scientific name for this condition.
natural
He couldn't remember the name for that tool.
natural
Is there a special name for people who collect stamps?
natural