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Joao

joh-OW

Joao (name) means a masculine given name, the Portuguese form of John. Example: “Joao grew up in a fishing village in Portugal.”

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A masculine given name, the Portuguese form of John.
"Joao grew up in a fishing village in Portugal."
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Etymology

Borrowed from Portuguese João. Doublet of John.

Origin: Portuguese

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Joao” mean?

The word “Joao” means a masculine given name, the Portuguese form of John.

How do you pronounce “Joao”?

“Joao” is pronounced joh-OW (/d͡ʒoʊˈaʊ/ in IPA).

How do you use “Joao” in a sentence?

Here is “Joao” used in a sentence: “Joao grew up in a fishing village in Portugal.”

What part of speech is “Joao”?

“Joao” is a name.

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