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How to pronounce jakes

“jakes” pronunciation in American and Australian English

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“jakes” in real sentences

47 clips in the index · 3 American · 1 Australian. Clips come from public YouTube videos — parliaments, government agencies and independent channels.

  1. >> So Flaky He Jakes was great.

    Team Coco

  2. Jakes I hope I haven't promoted you.

    Intelligence Squared

  3. MODERATOR: First question will go to Lara Jakes, New York Times.

    State Department

  4. >> Cody Jakes was a kid growing When up in Jay, he loved to stare at

    The Atlantic

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