Taís

See also: Appendix:Variations of "tais"

Portuguese

Alternative forms

Etymology

From Ancient Greek Θαΐς (Thaḯs), related to θαυμάζω (thaumázō, “to admire”). Became known as the name of the mistress of Alexander the Great.

Pronunciation

 

  • Rhymes: (Brazil) -is, (Portugal, Rio de Janeiro) -iʃ
  • Hyphenation: Ta‧ís

Proper noun

Taís f

  1. a female given name, equivalent to English Thais
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