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Sousa

Sousa (name) means a Portuguese surname, notably borne by the American composer John Philip Sousa. Example: “The band played a march by Sousa.”

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A Portuguese surname, notably borne by the American composer John Philip Sousa.
"The band played a march by Sousa."

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Etymology

Borrowed from Portuguese Sousa, from Old Galician-Portuguese Sousa.

Origin: Portuguese

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Sousa” mean?

The word “Sousa” means a Portuguese surname, notably borne by the American composer John Philip Sousa.

How do you use “Sousa” in a sentence?

Here is “Sousa” used in a sentence: “The band played a march by Sousa.”

What part of speech is “Sousa”?

“Sousa” is a name.

What is the meaning of Sousa?

"Sousa" (name) means a Portuguese surname, notably borne by the American composer John Philip Sousa.

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