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Heidi
HEYE-dee
Heidi (name) means a feminine given name of German and Swiss origin, a diminutive of Adelheid, meaning "noble.". Example: “Heidi grew up in a small Alpine village.”
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A feminine given name of German and Swiss origin, a diminutive of Adelheid, meaning "noble."
"Heidi grew up in a small Alpine village."
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Etymology
From Swiss German Heidi, a pet form of Adelheid, equivalent of English Adelaide and Alice. The name became internationally popular due to the children's book Heidi (1880).
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What does “Heidi” mean?
The word “Heidi” means a feminine given name of German and Swiss origin, a diminutive of Adelheid, meaning "noble.".
How do you pronounce “Heidi”?
“Heidi” is pronounced HEYE-dee (/ˈhaɪdi/ in IPA).
How do you use “Heidi” in a sentence?
Here is “Heidi” used in a sentence: “Heidi grew up in a small Alpine village.”
What part of speech is “Heidi”?
“Heidi” is a name.
Is “Heidi” a common word?
“Heidi” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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