Zeke
/θeke/from spelling rules
Zeke is a male given name used in Spanish.
In more informal contexts, speakers may use the nickname Eze.
Which one should you use?
Eze is an informal nickname.
How do you pronounce it?
The IPA pronunciation is /θeke/.
Did you know?
- While Zeke is a short form of Ezequiel, the full name originates from the Hebrew word for 'God will strengthen'.
- Spanish orthography rarely uses the letter 'k' unless it is a foreign loanword, making the spelling of Zeke stand out as visually distinct from traditional Spanish names.
- The name Zeke in Spanish is an uncommon short form of Ezequiel. In Spanish speaking cultures, it is much more frequent to use the diminutive Eze or the full name than the 'k' sound version.
Examples in context
- Señor Ezequiel, estamos emocionados de tenerlo como invitado en nuestra conferencia.Mr. Zeke, we are excited to have you as a guest at our conference.
- ¡Hola Zeke! ¿Quieres ir al cine hoy?Hey Zeke! Do you want to go to the movies today?
- Zeke vive en Madrid.Zeke lives in Madrid.
- ¿Conoces a Zeke?Do you know Zeke?
- Zeke es mi mejor amigo.Zeke is my best friend.
Example conversation
Elena and Javier are talking about a mutual friend at a cafe.
- Elena¿Has visto a Zeke hoy?Have you seen Zeke today?
- JavierNo, no he visto a Zeke.No, I haven't seen Zeke.
- ElenaÉl me llamó esta mañana.He called me this morning.
- JavierTal vez Zeke esté en el gimnasio.Maybe Zeke is at the gym.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
