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Jolie
Jolie (name) means a female given name from French, meaning "pretty.". Example: “Jolie is a popular middle name for baby girls.”
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A female given name from French, meaning "pretty."
"Jolie is a popular middle name for baby girls."
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A surname passed down through the mother's side of a family.
"The actress goes by the surname Jolie."
How to use Jolie
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishFrench for "pretty," used as both a first name and surname.
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Etymology
From the French word "jolie," the feminine form of "joli," meaning pretty or attractive.
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What does “Jolie” mean?
The word “Jolie” means a female given name from French, meaning "pretty.". In plain terms, french for "pretty," used as both a first name and surname.
How do you use “Jolie” in a sentence?
Here is “Jolie” used in a sentence: “Jolie is a popular middle name for baby girls.”
What part of speech is “Jolie”?
“Jolie” is a name.
Where does the word “Jolie” come from?
The word “Jolie” comes from French. From the French word "jolie," the feminine form of "joli," meaning pretty or attractive.
Is “Jolie” a common word?
“Jolie” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Jolie” have?
“Jolie” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a female given name from French, meaning "pretty.".
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