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How to Pronounce Jacob

Jacob / dzhaykuhb /

The name Jacob is a Male name of English origin meaning "Supplanter". It is pronounced dzhaykuhb.

English Male 2 syllables

Jacob is a English name meaning "Supplanter". Hebrew Ya'akov

Language English
Gender Male
Syllables 2
Phonetic dzhaykuhb
IPA d͡ʒeɪkəb

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

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How do you pronounce Jacob?
Jacob is pronounced dzhaykuhb.
What is the correct pronunciation of Jacob?
The correct pronunciation of Jacob is dzhaykuhb (IPA: d͡ʒeɪkəb).
Is Jacob a English name?
Yes, Jacob is a English name meaning "Supplanter".

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