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Pelosi

puh-LOH-see

Pelosi (noun) means a surname of Italian origin. Example: “Nancy Pelosi served as Speaker of the US House of Representatives.”

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A surname of Italian origin.

"Nancy Pelosi served as Speaker of the US House of Representatives."

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In plain EnglishA family name, most familiar today as that of the American politician Nancy Pelosi.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

From Italian peloso ("hairy"), from Latin pilosus.

Origin: Latin

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.

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