james
word
/ˈdʒeɪmz/
jaymz
/ˈdʒeɪmz/
jaymz
Definition
James is a common male given name in English. It is also sometimes used as a family name.
Usage & Nuances
Used mainly as a first name for boys; also the English form of names like 'Santiago' or 'Jacobo' in Spanish-speaking countries. Famous figures: James Bond, LeBron James. Not typically translated—written as 'James' in most languages.
Spanish: James (nombre propio masculino)Portuguese (BR): James (nome próprio masculino)Portuguese (PT): James (nome próprio masculino)Chinese (Simplified): 詹姆斯（男性名字）Chinese (Traditional): 詹姆斯（男性名字）Hindi: जेम्स (पुरुष का नाम)Arabic: جيمس (اسم علم مذكر)Bengali: জেমসRussian: ДжеймсJapanese: ジェームズVietnamese: JamesKorean: 제임스Turkish: JamesUrdu: جیمزIndonesian: James
Example Sentences
James is my brother.
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James likes to play piano.
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This is James’s book.
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Everyone knows James from the office—he tells great stories.
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Did you see what James posted online yesterday?
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I can’t believe James finished the marathon!
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