Wolfgang
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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They named their son _____ after his German grandfather.
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.