Thomas (en. Thomas)
/tɔ.ma/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Masculine first name of Hebrew origin meaning 'twin'.
Thomas is a very common first name in many countries.
Thomas est un prénom très courant dans de nombreux pays.
Common surname.
The Thomas family has lived in this neighborhood for generations.
La famille Thomas habite dans ce quartier depuis des générations.
Reference to famous characters like Thomas Edison.
He studied the work of Thomas More for his thesis.
Il a étudié l'œuvre de Thomas More pour son mémoire.
Etymology
Hebrew origin, from the word 'te'om' meaning 'twin'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Thomas the train
Character from children's cartoons.
Thomas le train
The Thomas hospital
Humorous nickname for a place where people often gather.
L'hôpital des Thomas
He's a real Thomas
Expression to refer to a twin person.
C'est un vrai Thomas
Related Words
twin
Twin, associated with the meaning of Thomas.
twin
Edisons
Reference to Thomas Edison, famous inventor.
Édisons
Moore
Reference to Thomas More, a man of letters and statesman.
Moore
Slang Meanings
A man who enjoys spending time alone.
He's really in his own corner, a true Thomas.
Il est vraiment dans son coin, un vrai Thomas.
A technology enthusiast.
He tinkers so much, he's a computer Thomas.
Il bricole tellement, c’est un Thomas de l’informatique.