Nigel (en. Nigel)

/ˈnaɪdʒəl/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Name of English origin used as a personal name.
Nigel is a common name in the United Kingdom.
Nigel es un nombre común en el Reino Unido.
It can refer to a person with that name.
I met a Nigel at the conference.
Conocí a un Nigel en la conferencia.

Etymology

It derives from the Old French 'Nigel', which in turn comes from the Latin 'Nigellus', a diminutive of 'niger'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Nigel can refer to someone shy.
It is used to describe a person who is introverted or reserved.
Nigel puede referirse a alguien tímido
Nigel in the context of the media.
It can refer to a character or public figure with that name.
Nigel en el contexto de los medios

Related Words

nigelism
Attitude or behavior typical of someone named Nigel.
nigelismo
niger
Word that refers to the color black in Latin.
niger

Slang Meanings

Term to describe someone who is nerdy or socially inept.
Don't be a nigel, come have fun.
No seas un nigel, ven a divertirte.
It is used in a humorous context to refer to someone clumsy.
You're such a total nigel trying to dance.
Eres un total nigel tratando de bailar.