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Santos
Santos (name) means a port city in the state of São Paulo, Brazil. Example: “The coffee was shipped out of the port at Santos.”
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A port city in the state of São Paulo, Brazil.
"The coffee was shipped out of the port at Santos."
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A surname of Portuguese and Spanish origin.
"She introduced her colleague, Mr. Santos."
How to use Santos
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither a Brazilian coastal city or a common Portuguese/Spanish surname.
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Word forms
- Plural
- Santoses
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Etymology
Borrowed from Portuguese Santos, literally "saints."
Frequently asked questions
What does “Santos” mean?
The word “Santos” means a port city in the state of São Paulo, Brazil. In plain terms, either a Brazilian coastal city or a common Portuguese/Spanish surname.
How do you use “Santos” in a sentence?
Here is “Santos” used in a sentence: “The coffee was shipped out of the port at Santos.”
What part of speech is “Santos”?
“Santos” is a name.
Where does the word “Santos” come from?
The word “Santos” comes from Portuguese. Borrowed from Portuguese Santos, literally "saints.".
Is “Santos” a common word?
“Santos” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Santos” have?
“Santos” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a port city in the state of São Paulo, Brazil.
Is "Santos" a place name or a surname?
"Santos" is both. It is the name of a port city in the state of São Paulo, Brazil, and it is also a surname of Portuguese and Spanish origin used widely across those language communities.
What is Santos, the city in Brazil, known for?
Santos is a port city located in the state of São Paulo, Brazil, making it significant as a coastal and shipping location within the country.
What language does the surname "Santos" come from?
The surname "Santos" has both Portuguese and Spanish origins, and it is common throughout Portuguese- and Spanish-speaking countries and communities.
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