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Carrie

KA-ree

Carrie (name) means a feminine given name, originally a diminutive of Caroline, now also used as a formal given name. Example: “Carrie invited everyone to her birthday party.”

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A feminine given name, originally a diminutive of Caroline, now also used as a formal given name.
"Carrie invited everyone to her birthday party."
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What does “Carrie” mean?

The word “Carrie” means a feminine given name, originally a diminutive of Caroline, now also used as a formal given name.

How do you pronounce “Carrie”?

“Carrie” is pronounced KA-ree (/ˈkæ.ɹi/ in IPA).

How do you use “Carrie” in a sentence?

Here is “Carrie” used in a sentence: “Carrie invited everyone to her birthday party.”

What part of speech is “Carrie”?

“Carrie” is a name.

Is “Carrie” a common word?

“Carrie” is an uncommon word in modern English.

Is Carrie short for another name?

Yes, Carrie originated as a diminutive, or nickname form, of Caroline. Over time it has also come to be used as a standalone formal given name.

Is Carrie a masculine or feminine name?

Carrie is a feminine given name, typically given to girls and women.

Can Carrie be used as a full name rather than a nickname?

Yes. While Carrie began as a diminutive of Caroline, it is now commonly used on its own as a formal given name, independent of the longer form.

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