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Descartes

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Name — A French surname, notably borne by the philosopher and mathematician René Descartes.

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Etymology

An unadapted borrowing from French Descartes.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Descartes” mean?
The word “Descartes” means a French surname, notably borne by the philosopher and mathematician René Descartes.
How do you pronounce “Descartes”?
“Descartes” is pronounced day-KAHT (/deɪˈkɑːt/ in IPA).
How do you use “Descartes” in a sentence?
Here is “Descartes” used in a sentence: “Descartes is famous for the phrase "I think, therefore I am.".”
What part of speech is “Descartes”?
“Descartes” is a name.

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