leonard
word
/ˈɫɛnɝd/
LE-nurd
/ˈlɛnəd/
LE-nuhd
Definition
A male given name used for people. It is a proper noun, so it is usually capitalized as "Leonard".
Usage & Nuances
Used as a person's first name. In English, names are capitalized; learners should not use it as a common noun. Pronunciation may vary slightly by accent, commonly /ˈlen.ərd/.
Spanish: LeonardPortuguese (BR): LeonardPortuguese (PT): LeonardChinese (Simplified): 伦纳德Chinese (Traditional): 倫納德Hindi: लियोनार्डArabic: ليوناردBengali: লিওনার্ডRussian: ЛеонардJapanese: レオナードVietnamese: LeonardKorean: 레오나드Turkish: LeonardUrdu: لیونارڈIndonesian: Leonard
Example Sentences
Leonard is my brother.
basic
I saw Leonard at school today.
basic
Leonard said he'll be a little late.
natural
Leonard likes pizza.
basic
Have you talked to Leonard about the plan yet?
natural
If Leonard calls, tell him I'm on my way.
natural