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How to Pronounce Dakota

Dakota / duh-KOHTUH /

The name Dakota is a Male name of English origin meaning "Friend, ally". It is pronounced duh-KOHTUH.

English Male 3 syllables

Dakota is a English name meaning "Friend, ally". Native American Sioux

Language English
Gender Male
Syllables 3
Phonetic duh-KOHTUH
IPA dəˈkoʊtə

Say it as duh-KOHTUH. Stress falls on the second syllable. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.

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How do you pronounce Dakota?
Dakota is pronounced duh-KOHTUH.
What is the correct pronunciation of Dakota?
The correct pronunciation of Dakota is duh-KOHTUH (IPA: dəˈkoʊtə).
Is Dakota a English name?
Yes, Dakota is a English name meaning "Friend, ally".

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