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Nehru

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Nehru (name) means an Indian surname, most notably borne by Jawaharlal Nehru, the first prime minister of independent India. Example: “Nehru played a central role in India's independence movement.”

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An Indian surname, most notably borne by Jawaharlal Nehru, the first prime minister of independent India.
"Nehru played a central role in India's independence movement."
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Plural
Nehrus
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_____ played a central role in India's independence movement.

Etymology

Borrowed from Hindustani (Hindi नेहरू (nehrū) / Urdu نہرو (nehrū)).

Frequently asked questions

What does “Nehru” mean?
The word “Nehru” means an Indian surname, most notably borne by Jawaharlal Nehru, the first prime minister of independent India.
How do you pronounce “Nehru”?
“Nehru” is pronounced NAY-roo (/ˈneɪru/ in IPA).
How do you use “Nehru” in a sentence?
Here is “Nehru” used in a sentence: “Nehru played a central role in India's independence movement.”
What part of speech is “Nehru”?
“Nehru” is a name.
Is “Nehru” a common word?
“Nehru” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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