surname
/ˈsɜːneɪm/ · /ˈsɝːneɪm/
CEFR level A2Topic SocietyWord #1330 in the learning path
姓；姓氏
Definitions
n. the name shared by members of a family
姓；姓氏
Example
My surname is often difficult for strangers to pronounce.
陌生人常常觉得我的姓很难念。
Naming traditions vary across cultures, and a person's surname may reflect family history or regional origins.
不同文化的命名传统各不相同，一个人的姓氏可能反映其家族历史或地域来源。
Collocations
- family surname
- common surname
- change your surname
Synonyms
- family name
- last name
Usage tip
surname指姓，given name指名；姓不一定在最后。
FAQ
- What does surname mean?
- the name shared by members of a family
- How is surname pronounced?
- UK /ˈsɜːneɪm/, US /ˈsɝːneɪm/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
