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Belmont

BEHL-mont

Belmont (name) means a place name of French origin meaning "beautiful mountain", shared by several towns in the United States and a famous horse racetrack. Example: “The Belmont Stakes is a famous horse race.”

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A place name of French origin meaning "beautiful mountain", shared by several towns in the United States and a famous horse racetrack.
"The Belmont Stakes is a famous horse race."

Word forms

Belmonts plural

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Etymology

From French beau mont, meaning "beautiful mountain".

Origin: French

Frequently asked questions

What does “Belmont” mean?

The word “Belmont” means a place name of French origin meaning "beautiful mountain", shared by several towns in the United States and a famous horse racetrack.

How do you pronounce “Belmont”?

“Belmont” is pronounced BEHL-mont (/ˈbɛlmɒnt/ in IPA).

How do you use “Belmont” in a sentence?

Here is “Belmont” used in a sentence: “The Belmont Stakes is a famous horse race.”

What part of speech is “Belmont”?

“Belmont” is a name.

Where does the word “Belmont” come from?

The word “Belmont” comes from French. From French beau mont, meaning "beautiful mountain".

Is “Belmont” a common word?

“Belmont” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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