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Alain

Alain (name) means a French male given name, equivalent to the English name Alan. Example: “Alain Delon became a major star of French cinema in the 1960s.”

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A French male given name, equivalent to the English name Alan.
"Alain Delon became a major star of French cinema in the 1960s."

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In plain EnglishThe standard French version of "Alan."

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Etymology

The French form of the name that appears in English as Alan.

Origin: French

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “Alain” mean?

The word “Alain” means a French male given name, equivalent to the English name Alan. In plain terms, the standard French version of "Alan.".

How do you use “Alain” in a sentence?

Here is “Alain” used in a sentence: “Alain Delon became a major star of French cinema in the 1960s.”

What part of speech is “Alain”?

“Alain” is a name.

Where does the word “Alain” come from?

The word “Alain” comes from French. The French form of the name that appears in English as Alan.

Is “Alain” a common word?

“Alain” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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