herbert
word
HUR-burt
HUR-buht
Definition
'Herbert' is a male given name, commonly used in English-speaking countries.
Usage & Nuances
'Herbert' is strictly a proper noun (name) and not used for other meanings. It can be a first or last name, though it's most often a first name. The pronunciation is typically 'HER-bert'. Rare as a slang term in some British dialects (mild insult), but this is uncommon.
Spanish: HerbertPortuguese (BR): HerbertPortuguese (PT): HerbertChinese (Simplified): 赫伯特（人名）Chinese (Traditional): 赫伯特（人名）Hindi: हर्बर्टArabic: هيربرتBengali: হারবার্টRussian: ГербертJapanese: ハーバートVietnamese: HerbertKorean: 허버트Turkish: HerbertUrdu: ہربرٹIndonesian: Herbert
Example Sentences
My grandfather's name is Herbert.
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Herbert likes to play chess after school.
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Herbert is from London.
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Have you met Herbert? He's really good with computers.
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Everyone says Herbert tells the funniest stories.
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If you need help, just ask Herbert—he's very friendly.
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