Ways to say it
| Portuguese | IPA |
|---|---|
| Diogo | /d͡ʒiˈo.ɡu/ (Brazil) /ˈd͡ʒjo.ɡu/ (Brazil) |
| Jaime | /ˈʒaj.mi/ (Brazil) /ˈʒaj.mɨ/ (Portugal) |
| Tiago | /t͡ʃiˈa.ɡu/ (Brazil) /ˈt͡ʃja.ɡu/ (Brazil) |
| Iago | /ˈja.ɡu/ (Brazil) /iˈa.ɡu/ (Brazil) |
In Portuguese, there is no single way to translate the name James. Jaime is the most direct equivalent for the name James in a general or historical context, while Tiago is a very common Portuguese version of the name James, frequently used in modern contexts and religious names (e.g., Saint James).
Which one should you use?
Jaime is the most direct equivalent for the name James in a general or historical context. Tiago is a very common Portuguese version of the name James, frequently used in modern contexts and religious names (e.g., Saint James), and is the form used when referring to Saint James (São Tiago).
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation of Diogo is /dʒiˈo.ɡu/. It has three syllables with the stress on the second syllable.
Did you know?
- In some contexts, the lowercase word diogo is thought to have originated as a euphemism for diabo, which means 'devil'.
Examples in context
- Perguntem ao guarda onde é a praça S. Tiago.Ask the policeman where St. James Square is.This sentence is useful for learning how to use Tiago in the context of a place name.Tatoeba #3692400 by carlosalberto, translation #2258122 by _undertoad
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Example conversation
Camila and Lucas are talking about a mutual friend.
- CamilaVocê conhece o Diogo?Do you know Diogo?
- LucasSim, eu conheço o Diogo.Yes, I know Diogo.
- CamilaEle é um ótimo médico.He is a great doctor.
- LucasEle é muito profissional.He is very professional.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “james” translations and entries Diogo, Jaime, Tiago, Iago, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Diogo, Iago, Jaime, Tiago, diogo, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
