noah

word

/ˈnoʊə/
NOH-uh
/ˈnəʊə/
NOH-uh

Definition

Noah is a male first name. It is also the name of an important figure in the Bible and other religious traditions, especially the man who built the ark.

Usage & Nuances

Usually used as a person's name, so it is capitalized as 'Noah'. In religious contexts, it refers to the biblical Noah; in everyday use, it is commonly just a modern given name.

Example Sentences

Noah is my cousin.

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I met Noah at school.

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The teacher called Noah first.

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Have you seen Noah today? He said he’d be here by noon.

natural

Noah always remembers everyone’s birthday, which is honestly impressive.

natural

When someone says Noah, I still think of the story about the ark.

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