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Meaning of "Bernard" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF BERNARD

Bernard  [ˈbɜːnəd] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF BERNARD

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Bernard is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES BERNARD MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Bernard

The masculine given name Bernard is of Germanic origin. The meaning of the name is from a Germanic compound Bern-hard meaning "bear-hardy", or "brave as a bear". Bern- is the old form of bear, from West Germanic *beran-.

Definition of Bernard in the English dictionary

The definition of Bernard in the dictionary is . Claude. 1813–78, French physiologist, noted for his research on the action of secretions of the alimentary canal and the glycogenic function of the liver. Other definition of Bernard is . Saint, known as Bernard of Menthon and the Apostle of the Alps. 923–1008, French monk who founded hospices in the Alpine passes. Feast day: Aug 20.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH BERNARD


bad-mannered
ˌbædˈmænəd
bannered
ˈbænəd
cater-cornered
ˈkætəˌkɔːnəd
gurnard
ˈɡɜːnəd
hennaed
ˈhenəd
honoured
ˈɒnəd
Leonard
ˈlɛnəd
mannered
ˈmænəd
mild-mannered
ˌmaɪldˈmænəd
patinaed
ˈpætɪnəd
Reynard
ˈrɛnəd
scunnered
ˈskʌnəd
synod
ˈsɪnəd
three-cornered
ˈθriːˌkɔːnəd
tricornered
ˈtraɪˌkɔːnəd
ungarnered
ʌnˈɡɑːnəd
unhonored
ʌnˈɒnəd
unhonoured
ʌnˈɒnəd
unmannered
ʌnˈmænəd
winnard
ˈwɪnəd

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE BERNARD

Bern
Bernadette of Lourdes
Bernadotte
Bernanos
Bernard of Clairvaux
Berne
Berners-Lee
Bernese
Bernese Alps
Bernese mountain dog
Bernese Oberland
Bernhardt
bernicle goose
Bernina
Bernina Pass
Bernini
Bernoulli
Bernoulli trial
Bernoulli´s law
Bernoulli´s principle

WORDS THAT END LIKE BERNARD

Barnard
Bonnard
canard
communard
Cunard
flying gurnard
Fragonard
grey gurnard
lantern gurnard
Montagnard
nard
piper gurnard
red gurnard
Saint Bernard
Saint Leonard
Slieve Donard
spikenard
streaked gurnard
tub gurnard
yellow gurnard

Synonyms and antonyms of Bernard in the English dictionary of synonyms

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Translation of «Bernard» into 25 languages

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Find out the translation of Bernard to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
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伯纳德
1,325 millions of speakers

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Bernard
570 millions of speakers

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Bernard
510 millions of speakers

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बर्नार्ड
380 millions of speakers
ar

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برنارد
280 millions of speakers

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Бернар
278 millions of speakers

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Bernard
270 millions of speakers

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বার্নার্ড
260 millions of speakers

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Bernard
220 millions of speakers

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Bernard
190 millions of speakers

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Bernard
180 millions of speakers

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バーナード
130 millions of speakers

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버나드
85 millions of speakers

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Bernard
85 millions of speakers
vi

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Bernard
80 millions of speakers

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பெர்னார்ட்
75 millions of speakers

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बर्नार्ड
75 millions of speakers

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Bernard
70 millions of speakers

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Bernard
65 millions of speakers

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Bernard
50 millions of speakers

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Бернар
40 millions of speakers

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Bernard
30 millions of speakers
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Bernard
15 millions of speakers
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Bernard
14 millions of speakers
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Bernard
10 millions of speakers
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Bernard
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of Bernard

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «BERNARD»

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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «BERNARD» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about Bernard

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10 QUOTES WITH «BERNARD»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word Bernard.
1
Daisy Ashford
Bernard always had a few prayers in the hall and some whiskey afterwards as he was rather pious.
2
Kate Bernheimer
It wasn't until I was an adult reader that I began to fathom the influence of fairy tales on writers I was in love with over the years, from Louisa May Alcott to Bernard Malamud to John Cheever to Anne Frank to Joy Williams.
3
John Carpenter
One of my heroes is a composer named James Bernard, and oh my God... I can still listen to his music today and be stirred and moved by it. But I think that you fall in love with... Well, again, when you're young, it really is more powerful. Much more terrifying.
4
Shelley Duvall
Two months later at a party, Bernard pulled me into a closet and proposed. I said yes.
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Shelley Duvall
And of course, now that Bernard and I have found each other forever, we're determined to create our own little world in order to survive the one we're in.
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Luke Harding
There is a long dishonourable tradition of western intellectuals who have been duped by Moscow. The list includes Bernard Shaw, the Webbs, H. G. Wells, and Andre Gide.
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Michel Hazanavicius
Bernard Herrmann was a genius, a great, great composer.
8
James Herriot
If a farmer calls me to a sick animal, he couldn't care less if I were George Bernard Shaw.
9
Maurice Jarre
With Hitchcock I had little relationship. I was called to replace Bernard Herrmann, his favorite composer, in Torn Curtain, after the bitter fight between them.
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David Low
Churchill was one of the few men I have met who even in the flesh give me the impression of genius. George Bernard Shaw is another. It is amusing to know that each thinks the other is overrated.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «BERNARD»

Discover the use of Bernard in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to Bernard and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Bernard Clayton's New Complete Book of Breads
A thirtieth anniversary edition of the classic baking guide provides updated advice on baking, storing, and freezing a wide assortment of breads, in a volume that also includes chapters on croissants, flatbreads, brioches, and crackers.
Bernard Clayton, 2006
2
Architecture and Disjunction
The essays develop different themes in contemporary theory as they relate to the actual making of architecture, attempting to realign the discipline with a new world culture characterized by both discontinuity and heterogeneity.
Bernard Tschumi, 1996
3
A Companion to Bernard of Clairvaux
Bernard of Clairvaux emerges from these studies as a vibrant, challenging and illuminating representative of the monastic culture of the twelfth century.
Brian Patrick McGuire, 2011
4
Research Methods in Anthropology
Whether you are coming from a scientific, interpretive, or applied anthropological tradition, you will learn field methods from the best guide in both qualitative and quantitative methods.
H. Russell Bernard, 2011
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Bernard of Clairvaux: Selected Works
Together with an introduction by the master of Bernard studies, jean Leclercq, they comprise a volume that occupies and place of special importance in the chronicle of the history of the western spiritual adventure.
Saint Bernard (of Clairvaux), Gillian Rosemary Evans, 1987
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Antisemitism: Its History and Causes
Recognizing that antisemitism is fundamentally based on fear of the stranger and the need for a scapegoat, Lazare concludes with a surprising scenario for the future. This remarkable book conveys Lazare's own spiritual growth.
Bernard Lazare, 1995
7
Bernard Picart and the First Global Vision of Religion
In the work's seven massive volumes, Jean Frederic Bernard and the renowned engraver Bernard Picart invited readers to view religions and their institutions as cultural practices.
Lynn Avery Hunt, Margaret C. Jacob, W. W. Mijnhardt, 2010
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Bernard M. Baruch: The Adventures of a Wall Street Legend
This is a book for anyone who enjoys a good read in biography, in history, in finance, or in politics—or, even better, in all of them combined." —Peter L. Bernstein, author of Against the Gods: The Remarkable Story of Risk "Anyone who ...
James Grant, 1997
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An Introduction to the Study of Experimental Medicine
The basic principles of scientific research from the great French physiologist whose contributions in the 19th century included the discovery of vasomotor nerves; nature of curare and other poisons in human body; more.
Claude Bernard, 1957
10
Shame and Necessity
Williams explains how it is that when the ancients speak, they do not merely tell us about themselves, but about ourselves. In a new foreword A.A. Long explores the impact of this volume in the context of Williams's stunning career.
A. A. Long, Bernard Williams, Bernard Williams, 2008

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «BERNARD»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term Bernard is used in the context of the following news items.
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Dawn Fraser launches attack on Nick Kyrgios and Bernard Tomic
Swimming legend Dawn Fraser has been labelled 'racist' after she told tennis young guns Nick Kyrgios and Bernard Tomic to 'go back to ... «Daily Mail, Jul 15»
2
Wimbledon 2015: Nick Kyrgios says Bernard Tomic shouldn't have …
Nick Kyrgios has taken a swipe at Tennis Australia for axing Bernard Tomic from the Davis Cup team, revealing he didn't believe his close ... «Sydney Morning Herald, Jul 15»
3
Melbourne Symphony Orchestra celebrates partnership of Alfred …
Yet it may never have existed without composer Bernard Herrmann. ... "He often listened to Bernard Hermann's propositions first and then cut ... «Sydney Morning Herald, Jul 15»
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Happy anniversary Cheryl and Jean-Bernard Fernandez-Versini …
As Cheryl and Jean-Bernard Fernandez-Versini celebrate their first wedding anniversary today, we take a look back at the past 52 weeks. «BreakingNews.ie, Jul 15»
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$10 monthly credit for St. Bernard seniors' water bill up for Tuesday …
A hydrant is flushed at the corner of Esteban and Mustang Dr. After the deadly brain-eating amoeba was found in the system. St. Bernard Parish ... «NOLA.com, Jul 15»
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Earth Movers: Nicole Bernard Dawes
Her father started Cape Cod Potato Chips; Mom ran a health-food store; Nicole Bernard Dawes split the difference with her company, Late July ... «Modern Farmer, Jul 15»
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Bernard Hopkins Ready to Embark on Hall of Fame Career Outside …
It's not that Bernard Hopkins believes in substance over style. No, the 50-year-old professional boxer and boxing promoter believes strongly in ... «Bleacher Report, Jul 15»
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Bernard Hopkins Would Like To See Matthysse-Herrera
BoxingScene.com recently caught up with Golden Boy shareholder Bernard Hopkins who is in Los Angeles for Saturday's fight between ... «BoxingScene.com, Jul 15»
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St. Bernard offering low-income residents power bill assistance …
St. Bernard Parish is taking calls until 4:30 p.m. Monday (July 6) from low-income households interested in help paying for their power bills. «NOLA.com, Jul 15»
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Thanks, Tom LaBonge and Bernard Parks
On June 30, Fourth District City Councilman Tom LaBonge and Eighth District Councilman Bernard Parks were termed out. LaBonge spent ... «LA Downtown News Online, Jul 15»

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