noun
Pelosi
puh-LOH-see
Pelosi (noun) means a surname of Italian origin. Example: “Nancy Pelosi served as Speaker of the US House of Representatives.”
noun
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A surname of Italian origin.
"Nancy Pelosi served as Speaker of the US House of Representatives."
How to use Pelosi
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA family name, most familiar today as that of the American politician Nancy Pelosi.
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Word forms
- Plural
- Pelosis
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Etymology
From Italian peloso ("hairy"), from Latin pilosus.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Pelosi” mean?
The word “Pelosi” means a surname of Italian origin. In plain terms, a family name, most familiar today as that of the American politician Nancy Pelosi.
How do you pronounce “Pelosi”?
“Pelosi” is pronounced puh-LOH-see (/pəˈloʊsi/ in IPA).
How do you use “Pelosi” in a sentence?
Here is “Pelosi” used in a sentence: “Nancy Pelosi served as Speaker of the US House of Representatives.”
What part of speech is “Pelosi”?
“Pelosi” is a noun.
Where does the word “Pelosi” come from?
The word “Pelosi” comes from Latin. From Italian peloso ("hairy"), from Latin pilosus.
