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Modi

moh-dee

Modi (name) means a surname of Gujarati origin, notably borne by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Example: “Narendra Modi has served as Prime Minister of India since 2014.”

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A surname of Gujarati origin, notably borne by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
"Narendra Modi has served as Prime Minister of India since 2014."

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Etymology

Transliteration of Gujarati મોદી (modī).

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Modi” mean?

The word “Modi” means a surname of Gujarati origin, notably borne by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

How do you pronounce “Modi”?

“Modi” is pronounced moh-dee (/moʊdi/ in IPA).

How do you use “Modi” in a sentence?

Here is “Modi” used in a sentence: “Narendra Modi has served as Prime Minister of India since 2014.”

What part of speech is “Modi”?

“Modi” is a name.

Is “Modi” a common word?

“Modi” is an uncommon word in modern English.

Why is Modi a well-known surname?

Modi is a surname of Gujarati origin that has become widely recognized internationally because it is notably borne by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Outside this context, it remains a fairly common family name of Gujarati heritage.

Is Modi only used as a surname?

Modi is primarily known as a surname of Gujarati origin, most notably associated with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, rather than as a common given name.

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