Cómo Pronunciar "sakes"
word
/ˈseɪks/
sayks
/sˈeɪks/
sayks
Definición
Sakes is mostly used in the fixed expression 'for God's sake' or 'for goodness' sake' to show annoyance, urgency, surprise, or emphasis. In older or set phrases, it can also be the plural of 'sake', meaning a reason, purpose, or benefit.
Transcripción IPA
Inglés Americano
/ˈseɪks/
Inglés Británico
/sˈeɪks/
Pronunciación Simplificada
EE.UU.
sayks
UK
sayks
Escucha en Contexto
For goodness' sakes, close the door.
They stayed together for the children's sakes.
For our own sakes, we should leave now.
Oh, for heaven's sakes, stop arguing and just sit down.