catherine

word

/ˈkæθɝən/, /ˈkæθɝɪn/, /ˈkæθɹɪn/
KATH-rin
/ˈkæθərən/, /ˈkæθərɪn/, /ˈkæθrɪn/
KATH-uh-rin

Definition

A female given name. It is used as a person's first name in English and many other languages.

Usage & Nuances

Usually capitalized as 'Catherine'. Common variants include 'Katherine', 'Kathryn', and 'Katharine'. As a name, it does not translate in the same way as ordinary vocabulary, though some languages use local forms such as 'Catalina' or 'Catarina'.

Example Sentences

Catherine is my teacher.

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I saw Catherine at the store.

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Catherine has a red car.

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Have you met Catherine yet, or should I introduce you?

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Catherine said she'll call us when she gets home.

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I think Catherine would love this café.

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