nickname

UK
/ˈnɪk.neɪm/
US
/ˈnɪk.neɪm/
nicknamenoun
nicknames
pl
UK
/ˈnɪk.neɪm/
US
/ˈnɪk.neɪm/
Translations
He was known by the nickname 'Speedy' because of his fast running.
Его знали под прозвищем 'Быстрый' из-за его быстрого бега.
The dog responded to its nickname more than its real name.
Собака откликалась на свою кличку больше, чем на настоящее имя.
Additional translations
уменьшительное имя
Definitions
A familiar or humorous name given to a person or thing instead of or as well as the real name.
His friends gave him the nickname 'Speedy' because he was the fastest runner in the group.
A descriptive name or epithet added to or replacing the actual name of a person, place, or thing.
The city earned the nickname 'The Big Apple' due to its vibrant culture and opportunities.
In computing, a chosen username or alias used to identify someone online.
Enter your nickname to join the chat room.
nicknameverb
nicknamed
Past Simple
nicknamed
Past Participle
nicknaming
Gerund
UK
/ˈnɪkneɪm/
US
/ˈnɪkneɪm/
Translations
They decided to nickname him 'The Flash' because of his speed.
Они решили прозвать его 'Флэш' из-за его скорости.
дать прозвище
The team decided to nickname their new player 'The Wall' for his defensive skills.
Команда решила дать прозвище своему новому игроку 'Стена' за его защитные навыки.
Additional translations
втравлять в прозвище
Definitions
To give a familiar or humorous name to someone or something.
The team decided to nickname their new coach 'The Strategist' because of his tactical skills.
nicknameadjective
UK
/ˈnɪkneɪm/
US
/ˈnɪkˌneɪm/
Used attributively: relating to or serving as a nickname.
Definitions
Attributive: relating to or serving as a nickname.
The form includes a nickname field for users who prefer an alias.