jake
Jake (adj) means Fine, acceptable, or satisfactory — an old-fashioned slang term. Example: “Don't worry about the money, everything's jake.”
How to use jake
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDepending on context: an old slang word meaning "fine" or "okay," or slang for a cop.
Both senses are dated/informal slang, rarely used by younger speakers today.
Word forms
more jake comparative, jaked past tense, jakes plural, Jakes plural, jakes singular, most jake superlative
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Etymology
Originally a medieval nickname for "Jack," also used as a short form of "Jacob" or "James."
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What does “jake” mean?
The word “jake” means fine, acceptable, or satisfactory — an old-fashioned slang term. In plain terms, depending on context: an old slang word meaning "fine" or "okay," or slang for a cop.
How do you pronounce “jake”?
“Jake” is pronounced jayk (/dʒeɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “jake” in a sentence?
Here is “jake” used in a sentence: “Don't worry about the money, everything's jake.”
What part of speech is “jake”?
Depending on how it is used, “jake” can be an adjective and a noun.
Is “jake” a common word?
“Jake” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “jake” have?
“Jake” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: fine, acceptable, or satisfactory — an old-fashioned slang term.
Is "jake" formal or informal?
"Jake" is informal, old-fashioned slang. In the sense of "fine" or "satisfactory," it appears mainly in dated or colloquial speech, so it is best avoided in formal writing.
What are the two slang meanings of "jake"?
"Jake" has two unrelated slang uses: as an adjective meaning fine, acceptable, or satisfactory, and as a noun meaning a police officer. The intended meaning usually depends on the surrounding context.
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