Noé (en. Noah)

/no.e/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Masculine name referring to a biblical figure, Noah, known for building an ark.
Noah is an important character in the story of the flood.
Noé es un personaje importante en la historia del diluvio.
Common name in some cultures to refer to people with specific characteristics.
Noah attends the family reunion every year.
Noé asiste a la reunión familiar cada año.

Etymology

From the Hebrew 'Noaj', meaning 'rest' or 'comfort'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Noah's ark
Reference to the biblical story where Noah builds an ark to save the animals from the flood.
el arca de Noé

Related Words

ark
Vessel built by Noah to save the animals and his family.
arca
flood
Catastrophic flooding that, according to the Bible, was caused by human disobedience.
diluvio

Slang Meanings

Refers to someone who is protective or a caregiver.
That guy is the Noah of his group; he always looks after his friends.
Ese chico es el Noé de su grupo, siempre cuida a sus amigos.
Someone who manages to come out well from a difficult situation.
After so many problems, he has become the Noah of the company.
Después de tantos problemas, se ha convertido en el Noé de la empresa.