felix
word
/ˈfiːlɪks/
FEE-liks
/ˈfiːlɪks/
FEE-liks
Definition
Felix is a male given name used for people. In English, it is usually treated as a proper name rather than a common vocabulary word.
Usage & Nuances
Used as a person's name, so it is capitalized: 'Felix'. It does not take articles in normal use ('Felix is here', not 'the Felix') unless you mean a specific person in a special context. The related Latin adjective meaning 'happy' is not how modern English speakers usually use this word.
Spanish: Félix (nombre propio)Portuguese (BR): Félix (nome próprio)Portuguese (PT): Félix (nome próprio)Chinese (Simplified): 菲利克斯（人名）Chinese (Traditional): 費利克斯（人名）Hindi: फेलिक्स (व्यक्तिनाम)Arabic: فيليكس (اسم علم)Bengali: ফেলিক্সRussian: ФеликсJapanese: フェリックスVietnamese: FelixKorean: 펠릭스Turkish: FelixUrdu: فیلیکسIndonesian: Felix
Example Sentences
Felix is my new classmate.
basic
I saw Felix at the store.
basic
Felix lives near our school.
basic
Did Felix text you back yet?
natural
I think Felix forgot about the meeting.
natural
If Felix comes, save him a seat.
natural