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Bernstein

BNSTYN

Bernstein (name) means a German or Yiddish surname, also an English rendering of the Russian surname Bernshtein. Example: “Leonard Bernstein composed the score for West Side Story.”

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A German or Yiddish surname, also an English rendering of the Russian surname Bernshtein.

"Leonard Bernstein composed the score for West Side Story."

Word forms

Bernsteins plural

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Etymology

From German Bernstein, literally "amber."

Origin: German

Rhymes for Bernstein

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Bernstein” mean?

The word “Bernstein” means a German or Yiddish surname, also an English rendering of the Russian surname Bernshtein.

How do you pronounce “Bernstein”?

“Bernstein” is pronounced BNSTYN (/ˈbɝnstaɪn/ in IPA).

How do you use “Bernstein” in a sentence?

Here is “Bernstein” used in a sentence: “Leonard Bernstein composed the score for West Side Story.”

What part of speech is “Bernstein”?

“Bernstein” is a name.

Where does the word “Bernstein” come from?

The word “Bernstein” comes from German. From German Bernstein, literally "amber.".

Is “Bernstein” a common word?

“Bernstein” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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