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Ernestine

Ernestine (name) means a female given name, the feminine form of Ernest. Example: “Ernestine was named after her grandmother.”

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A female given name, the feminine form of Ernest.
"Ernestine was named after her grandmother."

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In plain EnglishA woman's name, feminine version of Ernest.

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Etymology

The French-derived feminine form of Ernest.

Origin: French

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Ernestine” mean?

The word “Ernestine” means a female given name, the feminine form of Ernest. In plain terms, a woman's name, feminine version of Ernest.

How do you use “Ernestine” in a sentence?

Here is “Ernestine” used in a sentence: “Ernestine was named after her grandmother.”

What part of speech is “Ernestine”?

“Ernestine” is a name.

Where does the word “Ernestine” come from?

The word “Ernestine” comes from French. The French-derived feminine form of Ernest.

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