whitney
word
/ˈhwɪtni/, /ˈwɪtni/
WIT-nee
/ˈhwɪtni/, /ˈwɪtni/
WIT-nee
Definition
‘Whitney’ is a given name, often used for girls but sometimes for boys. It can also be a surname. It is also known from famous people, such as the singer Whitney Houston.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly used as a first name in the U.S. Can be male or female, but more common for females today. Not commonly used as a regular word, only as a name. Famous bearers include Whitney Houston and Eli Whitney (cotton gin inventor). Spelling should always be capitalized.
Spanish: Whitney (nombre propio)Portuguese (BR): Whitney (nome próprio)Portuguese (PT): Whitney (nome próprio)Chinese (Simplified): 惠特尼（人名）Chinese (Traditional): 惠特尼（人名）Hindi: व्हिटनी (नाम)Arabic: ويتني (اسم علم)Bengali: Whitney (উইটনি)Russian: УитниJapanese: ホイットニーVietnamese: WhitneyKorean: 휘트니Turkish: WhitneyUrdu: وِٹنیIndonesian: Whitney
Example Sentences
Everyone knows Whitney from the choir.
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Whitney is my best friend.
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I saw Whitney at school today.
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Whitney likes to sing.
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Have you met Whitney's brother?
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Whitney just got a new job downtown.
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