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Wolfgang
WUULF-gang
Wolfgang (name) means a German male given name, most famously associated with the composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Example: “They named their son Wolfgang after his German grandfather.”
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A German male given name, most famously associated with the composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.
"They named their son Wolfgang after his German grandfather."
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Etymology
From German Wolfgang, itself from Old High German wolf ("wolf") plus gang ("path, course").
Frequently asked questions
What does “Wolfgang” mean?
The word “Wolfgang” means a German male given name, most famously associated with the composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.
How do you pronounce “Wolfgang”?
“Wolfgang” is pronounced WUULF-gang (/ˈwʊlf.ɡæŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Wolfgang” in a sentence?
Here is “Wolfgang” used in a sentence: “They named their son Wolfgang after his German grandfather.”
What part of speech is “Wolfgang”?
“Wolfgang” is a name.
Where does the word “Wolfgang” come from?
The word “Wolfgang” comes from German. From German Wolfgang, itself from Old High German wolf ("wolf") plus gang ("path, course").
Is “Wolfgang” a common word?
“Wolfgang” is an uncommon word in modern English.
