Paul

Pronunciation: /pɔl/

Definitions of Paul

noun a proper noun referring to a person's name

Example Sentences

A1 Paul is my friend.

A2 I saw Paul at the park yesterday.

B1 Paul enjoys playing soccer in his free time.

B2 Paul is studying engineering at university.

C1 Paul's dedication to his work is truly impressive.

C2 Paul's expertise in the field is widely recognized.

Examples of Paul in a Sentence

formal Paul is a distinguished scholar in the field of economics.

informal I heard Paul is throwing a party this weekend.

slang Paul is a cool dude, always up for a good time.

figurative Paul's leadership shines like a beacon in times of crisis.

Grammatical Forms of Paul

• past tense: Paul loved
• plural: Pauls
• comparative: more Paul
• superlative: most Paul
• present tense: Paul is
• future tense: Paul will be
• perfect tense: Paul has been
• continuous tense: Paul is being
• singular: Paul
• positive degree: Paul
• infinitive: to Paul
• gerund: Pauling
• participle: Pauling

Origin and Evolution of Paul

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'Paul' originated from the Latin name Paulus, which means 'small' or 'humble'. It was a common Roman name during ancient times.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the name 'Paul' has been used in various languages and cultures, often associated with the apostle Paul from the Bible. It has evolved to become a common given name in many countries around the world.