lewis
word
/ˈɫuɪs/
LOO-is
/lˈuːiz/
LOO-iz
Definition
Lewis is usually a male given name or family name in English. It refers to a person's name rather than a general object, action, or idea.
Usage & Nuances
Used as a proper noun, so it is normally capitalized: 'Lewis'. It can be a first name or a surname, and pronunciation may vary slightly by region or by the person’s preference.
Spanish: Luis (nombre propio)Portuguese (BR): Lewis (nome próprio)Portuguese (PT): Lewis (nome próprio)Chinese (Simplified): 刘易斯（人名）Chinese (Traditional): 劉易斯（人名）Hindi: लुईस (व्यक्तिनाम)Arabic: لويس (اسم علم)Bengali: লুইসRussian: ЛьюисJapanese: ルイスVietnamese: LewisKorean: 루이스Turkish: LewisUrdu: لیوسIndonesian: Lewis
Example Sentences
Lewis is my new classmate.
basic
I met Lewis at the park.
basic
I always mix up Lewis and his brother.
natural
Lewis works in this office.
basic
Have you heard from Lewis lately?
natural
Lewis said he'd join us after work.
natural