Annette
Annette (name) means a female given name, a French diminutive of Anne. Example: “Annette runs a small vineyard in the countryside.”
How to use Annette
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA French-derived first name meaning "little Anne."
Word forms
Annettes plural
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_____ runs a small vineyard in the countryside.
Etymology
From French Annette, a diminutive of Anne formed with the affectionate suffix "-ette," roughly meaning "little Anne."
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What does “Annette” mean?
The word “Annette” means a female given name, a French diminutive of Anne. In plain terms, a French-derived first name meaning "little Anne.".
How do you pronounce “Annette”?
“Annette” is pronounced uh-NEHT (/əˈnɛt/ in IPA).
How do you use “Annette” in a sentence?
Here is “Annette” used in a sentence: “Annette runs a small vineyard in the countryside.”
What part of speech is “Annette”?
“Annette” is a name.
Where does the word “Annette” come from?
The word “Annette” comes from French. From French Annette, a diminutive of Anne formed with the affectionate suffix "-ette," roughly meaning "little Anne.".
Is “Annette” a common word?
“Annette” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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