Paz
Paz (name) means a Spanish surname meaning "peace," and the name of a river in El Salvador. Example: “La Paz, meaning "the peace," is the name of Bolivia's administrative capital.”
How to use Paz
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSpanish for "peace," used as a surname and place name.
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La _____, meaning "the peace," is the name of Bolivia's administrative capital.
Etymology
Borrowed from Spanish paz, "peace," from Latin pax.
Rhymes for Paz
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What does “Paz” mean?
The word “Paz” means a Spanish surname meaning "peace," and the name of a river in El Salvador. In plain terms, spanish for "peace," used as a surname and place name.
How do you use “Paz” in a sentence?
Here is “Paz” used in a sentence: “La Paz, meaning "the peace," is the name of Bolivia's administrative capital.”
What part of speech is “Paz”?
“Paz” is a name.
Where does the word “Paz” come from?
The word “Paz” comes from Latin. Borrowed from Spanish paz, "peace," from Latin pax.
Is “Paz” a common word?
“Paz” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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