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    Nombra (en. Name)

    /ˈnom.bra/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    The action of designating a person or thing with a name.
    She names all the participants in the meeting.
    Ella nombra a todos los participantes en la reunión.
    To designate someone for a position or function.
    The president appoints a new minister.
    El presidente nombra a un nuevo ministro.
    To make mention of someone or something.
    He doesn't mention his ex in the conversation.
    No nombra a su ex en la conversación.

    Etymology

    It comes from the Latin 'nominare', which means 'to name'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to make known
    To make someone or something's name known.
    dar a conocer
    to name a saint
    In a religious context, to assign someone the title or name of a saint.
    nombrar un santo
    name and surname
    Complete reference that includes a person's name and surname.
    nombra y apellidos

    Related Words

    name
    Term used to refer to a person or thing.
    nombre
    denomination
    The act of naming something or someone, or the name given.
    denominación
    appointment
    The action of designating someone to a position.
    nombramiento

    Slang Meanings

    To colloquially name someone in a friendly context.
    When we arrived, he names me as the best friend.
    Cuando llegamos, él me nombra como el mejor amigo.
    To name someone for a joke or anecdote.
    At the party, he always mentions Juan when telling stories.
    En la fiesta, siempre nombra a Juan al contar historias.