ike
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Definition
"Ike" is usually used as a male first name, often as a nickname for "Isaac" or as a standalone name. It is most famously associated with Dwight D. "Ike" Eisenhower, the 34th US President.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly used as a given name or nickname, especially in American English. Not a common word with other meanings. Spelling always has a capital 'I' when used as a name. Sometimes used informally for famous individuals nicknamed "Ike".
Spanish: IkePortuguese (BR): IkePortuguese (PT): IkeChinese (Simplified): 艾克Chinese (Traditional): 艾克Hindi: आइकArabic: آيكBengali: আইক (ছেলের নাম)Russian: Айк (мужское имя)Japanese: アイク（男性の名前）Vietnamese: Ike (tên nam)Korean: 아이크 (남자 이름)Turkish: Ike (erkek ismi)Urdu: آئیک (لڑکوں کا نام)Indonesian: Ike (nama laki-laki)
Example Sentences
Everyone called the president Ike back then.
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My friend Ike lives in New York.
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Hey Ike, are you coming to the party tonight?
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Ike is my uncle's name.
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Ike likes to play basketball after school.
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If you need help, just ask Ike—he always knows what to do.
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