leon
word
/ˈɫiɑn/
LEE-ahn
/ˈliːɒn/
LEE-on
Definition
A male given name used in some languages and countries. It is a proper noun used to refer to a person named Leon.
Usage & Nuances
Used as a person's name, so it is normally capitalized as 'Leon'. In English, names usually do not take an article, and pronunciation may vary by language or region.
Spanish: León (nombre propio)Portuguese (BR): León (nome próprio)Portuguese (PT): León (nome próprio)Chinese (Simplified): 莱昂（人名）Chinese (Traditional): 萊昂（人名）Hindi: लियोन (व्यक्तिनाम)Arabic: ليون (اسم علم)Bengali: লিয়নRussian: ЛеонJapanese: レオンVietnamese: LeonKorean: 레온Turkish: LeonUrdu: لیونIndonesian: Leon
Example Sentences
Leon is my new classmate.
basic
I saw Leon at the park.
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Leon works in a bank.
basic
Have you met Leon yet, or is he still the only one you don't know?
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I texted Leon, but he still hasn't replied.
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If Leon is coming too, we should book a bigger table.
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