noun
Uncommon
Yves
EEV
Yves (noun) means a French male given name. Example: “Yves opened a small gallery in Paris.”
noun
1
A French male given name.
"Yves opened a small gallery in Paris."
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Etymology
A direct, unadapted borrowing of the French name Yves.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Yves” mean?
The word “Yves” means a French male given name.
How do you pronounce “Yves”?
“Yves” is pronounced EEV (/ˈiːv/ in IPA).
How do you use “Yves” in a sentence?
Here is “Yves” used in a sentence: “Yves opened a small gallery in Paris.”
What part of speech is “Yves”?
“Yves” is a noun.
Where does the word “Yves” come from?
The word “Yves” comes from French. A direct, unadapted borrowing of the French name Yves.
Is “Yves” a common word?
“Yves” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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