Putin
What is another word for Putin? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Name — A Russian surname, most famously borne by Vladimir Putin, president of Russia.
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Etymology
This is a transliteration of the Russian Пу́тин (Pútin).
Full origin of Putin →Frequently asked questions
What does “Putin” mean?
The word “Putin” means a Russian surname, most famously borne by Vladimir Putin, president of Russia.
How do you pronounce “Putin”?
“Putin” is pronounced POO-tihn (/ˈpuː.tɪn/ in IPA).
How do you use “Putin” in a sentence?
Here is “Putin” used in a sentence: “Putin has led Russia for many years.”
What part of speech is “Putin”?
“Putin” is a name.
Is “Putin” a common word?
“Putin” is a fairly common word in modern English.
Is Putin a common Russian surname?
Putin is a Russian surname most famously borne by Vladimir Putin, the president of Russia. It functions as a proper name rather than an ordinary dictionary word.
Is Putin the same word as poutine?
No. Putin is a Russian surname, while poutine is a Canadian dish of fries topped with cheese curds and gravy. They sound similar but are unrelated in spelling and meaning.
Should Putin always be capitalised?
Yes. As a surname and proper noun, Putin is always written with a capital P. Lowercase 'putin' is not standard in English.
