Isolde
Isolde (name) means a female given name, best known from the medieval legend of Tristan and Isolde. Example: “Wagner's opera "Tristan und Isolde" is based on the old Celtic legend.”
How to use Isolde
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA romantic-sounding name most associated with the legendary tragic heroine of Tristan and Isolde.
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Wagner's opera "Tristan und _____" is based on the old Celtic legend.
Etymology
From German Isolde, itself derived from the older Celtic/Germanic name Iseult.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Isolde” mean?
The word “Isolde” means a female given name, best known from the medieval legend of Tristan and Isolde. In plain terms, a romantic-sounding name most associated with the legendary tragic heroine of Tristan and Isolde.
How do you pronounce “Isolde”?
“Isolde” is pronounced ih-SOHLD (/ɪˈsoʊld(ə)/ in IPA).
How do you use “Isolde” in a sentence?
Here is “Isolde” used in a sentence: “Wagner's opera "Tristan und Isolde" is based on the old Celtic legend.”
What part of speech is “Isolde”?
“Isolde” is a name.
Where does the word “Isolde” come from?
The word “Isolde” comes from Germanic. From German Isolde, itself derived from the older Celtic/Germanic name Iseult.
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