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nee

The correct spelling is nee.

How to pronounce nee

/neɪ/
adjective

IPA: /neɪ/

Say it like: Nee

The correct spelling is nee. Used when giving the maiden name of a woman. For example: "Mrs Smith, née Jones"

Usage Examples

Mrs Smith, née Jones

Since the name change, Butch (née Frances) seems more tough and self-assured.

Nee way man!

Meanings

adjective

  1. 1.Used when giving the maiden name of a woman.
  2. 2.Used when giving a former name. Originally known as.

interjection

  1. 1.No, used to express no as a quantity, i.e. not any, like German kein/Dutch geen/French rien. Compare with na.

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