How do you pronounce the letter J in Spanish?

The letter J in Spanish makes the same sound as the letter H in English. Here are some examples of common Spanish words and names with their pronunciations:

  • Jalapeño (hah-lah-PEHN-yoh)
  • Jicama (HEE-kah-mah)
  • Fajita (fa-HEE-tuh)
  • Juan (hwan)
  • José (hoh-SAY)
  • Javier (hah-vee-AIR)

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