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Leonora

lee-uh-NAW-ruh

Leonora (name) means a feminine given name of Italian origin, a short form of Eleonora, cognate to Eleanor. Example: “Leonora sang the lead role in the opera.”

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A feminine given name of Italian origin, a short form of Eleonora, cognate to Eleanor.
"Leonora sang the lead role in the opera."
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Etymology

From the Italian short form of Eleonora, cognate to Eleanor.

Origin: Italian

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Leonora” mean?

The word “Leonora” means a feminine given name of Italian origin, a short form of Eleonora, cognate to Eleanor.

How do you pronounce “Leonora”?

“Leonora” is pronounced lee-uh-NAW-ruh (/ˌli.əˈnɔɹə/ in IPA).

How do you use “Leonora” in a sentence?

Here is “Leonora” used in a sentence: “Leonora sang the lead role in the opera.”

What part of speech is “Leonora”?

“Leonora” is a name.

Where does the word “Leonora” come from?

The word “Leonora” comes from Italian. From the Italian short form of Eleonora, cognate to Eleanor.

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