noun
Uncommon
Guido
GWEE-doh
Guido (noun) means a male given name of Italian origin, corresponding to the English name Guy. Example: “Guido is a common name in Italy.”
noun
1
A male given name of Italian origin, corresponding to the English name Guy.
"Guido is a common name in Italy."
2
An offensive slang term for an Italian or Italian-American man, especially one seen as stereotypically brash or working-class.
"The term "guido" is widely regarded as an ethnic slur."
How to use Guido
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA male first name in Italian, or (as a slur) an offensive stereotype label for Italian-American men.
When to use it
The slang sense is an ethnic slur and should be avoided.
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Word forms
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Etymology
From the Italian given name Guido; a doublet of "Guy."
Rhymes for Guido
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What does “Guido” mean?
The word “Guido” means a male given name of Italian origin, corresponding to the English name Guy. In plain terms, a male first name in Italian, or (as a slur) an offensive stereotype label for Italian-American men.
How do you pronounce “Guido”?
“Guido” is pronounced GWEE-doh (/ˈɡwidoʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Guido” in a sentence?
Here is “Guido” used in a sentence: “Guido is a common name in Italy.”
What part of speech is “Guido”?
“Guido” is a noun.
Where does the word “Guido” come from?
The word “Guido” comes from Italian. From the Italian given name Guido; a doublet of "Guy.".
Is “Guido” a common word?
“Guido” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Guido” have?
“Guido” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a male given name of Italian origin, corresponding to the English name Guy.
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