Cédric
/θedɾik/from spelling rules
Cédric is the Spanish form of the male given name Cedric.
Cédric is used as a male given name.
Meaning: male given name (name)
How do you pronounce it?
/θedɾik/
Did you know?
- In Spain, the pronunciation of the initial 'C' in Cédric will sound like a 'th' sound, whereas in Latin America, it will sound like an 's'.
- Because Cédric is a foreign name, it is often written with an accent on the 'e' to ensure Spanish speakers pronounce it with the correct stress. Without the accent, a reader might naturally place the emphasis on the second syllable.
- While Cédric is a given name, Spanish speakers may associate the sound of the name with cedro, the word for 'cedar'. This can lead to lighthearted wordplay or associations with nature in creative writing.
Examples in context
- Estimado Cédric, esperamos contar con su presencia en el evento.Dear Cedric, we hope to have your presence at the event.
- Hola, Cede, ¿vienes esta noche a la fiesta?Hey, Ced, are you coming to the party tonight?
- ¡Oye, Cedrito, pasa por mi casa antes de ir al concierto!Hey, Cedrito, swing by my house before going to the concert!
- Cédric es mi primo.Cédric is my cousin.
- ¿Conoces a Cédric?Do you know Cédric?
- Cédric vive en Madrid.Cédric lives in Madrid.
Example conversation
María and Javier are talking about a mutual friend.
- María¿Has visto a Cédric hoy?Have you seen Cédric today?
- JavierNo, no he visto a Cédric.No, I haven't seen Cédric.
- MaríaÉl es muy puntual siempre.He is always very punctual.
- JavierEs verdad, Cédric siempre llega a tiempo.It's true, Cédric always arrives on time.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
