Bernard

The word “Bernard” means informal shortened form of "Saint Bernard," the large mountain rescue dog breed. In plain terms, most familiar as a first name; as a common noun it is an informal nickname for the Saint Bernard dog breed.

“Bernard” is pronounced BUR-nuhd (/bəɹˈnɑɹd/ in IPA).

Here is “Bernard” used in a sentence: “The family's bernard flopped down in front of the fireplace after the walk.”

“Bernard” is a noun.

The word “Bernard” comes from Old French. From Old French Bernard, ultimately from Frankish *Bernhard, combining words for "bear" and "hardy" — popularized as a name by several medieval saints.

“Bernard” is a fairly common word in modern English.

Yes. Bernard is an informal, shortened name for the Saint Bernard, the large mountain rescue dog breed. The full breed name is used in formal or official contexts, while Bernard appears in casual speech.

Yes. Bernard is a shortening of Saint Bernard, a proper name, so it keeps its capital letter even in informal use. Writing it in lowercase would read as an error rather than a breed name.

Both forms refer to the same breed; "St." is simply the standard abbreviation of "Saint." Formal writing often spells out Saint Bernard, St. Bernard is common elsewhere, and Bernard on its own is the informal shorthand.