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Fredo

Fredo (name) means a male first name of Italian origin. Example: “His uncle, everyone in the family called Fredo.”

name
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A male first name of Italian origin.
"His uncle, everyone in the family called Fredo."
noun
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Slang for the weakest or least capable member of a family or group.
"He got tired of being treated like the fredo of the team."

How to use Fredo

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishAs a name, a short form linked to Federico/Alfredo; as slang, an insult meaning the weak link of the group.

When to use it

The slang sense is informal and can be considered an insult.

Word forms

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Etymology

Related to the Italian given names Federico and Alfredo; the slang sense is widely traced to the character Fredo Corleone in The Godfather.

Origin: Italian

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Fredo” mean?

The word “Fredo” means a male first name of Italian origin. In plain terms, as a name, a short form linked to Federico/Alfredo; as slang, an insult meaning the weak link of the group.

How do you use “Fredo” in a sentence?

Here is “Fredo” used in a sentence: “His uncle, everyone in the family called Fredo.”

What part of speech is “Fredo”?

Depending on how it is used, “Fredo” can be a name and a noun.

Where does the word “Fredo” come from?

The word “Fredo” comes from Italian. Related to the Italian given names Federico and Alfredo; the slang sense is widely traced to the character Fredo Corleone in The Godfather.

How many meanings does “Fredo” have?

“Fredo” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a male first name of Italian origin.

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