My Top 5 Knipex Tools! & An Introduction To Knipex Tools!

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  • Опубликовано: 24 дек 2024

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  • @tigerforge3517
    @tigerforge3517 Год назад +159

    Knipex is just Pokemon for techheads...you gotta get em all..😂😂

  • @Factory400
    @Factory400 Год назад +29

    Life is too short to mess around with crap tools.
    I like these because they make my life easy. Crap tools make my life hard.

  • @meh1943
    @meh1943 10 месяцев назад +10

    As an 80 year old female who loves to turn a wrench and fix things, I love my KNIPEX tools. It’s like an old houseshoe when you pick them up. Perfect

  • @keehn20
    @keehn20 Год назад +11

    I have got
    -7 inch pliers wrench
    -10 inch pliers wrench
    -10 inch cobra 3 pairs
    -twin grip pliers which I love! So handy!
    I just got the wire stripper.
    Life is good

  • @williammorrow1187
    @williammorrow1187 Год назад +16

    I am in industrial maintenance and once I started using Knipex tools it was a game changer. I no longer even carry an adjustable wrench, never knew what I was missing out on until I tried Knipex lol. Now I have a 12” cobra, 2x 10” cobras, 2 10” pliers wrenches, 10” diagonal cutters, a pair of twin grips and a pair of step cuts, no other brand comes close on those tools. I still prefer my snap on crimper strippers and my Klein linesman’s but everything else is Knipex

    • @cengeb
      @cengeb Год назад

      Try the K NIPEX wire strippers, they have superior blades and feel

    • @williammorrow1187
      @williammorrow1187 Год назад +1

      @@cengeb I just picked up the VDE installation pliers and wow! What a great tool! Thanks for the advice 👍

    • @cbzeej
      @cbzeej Год назад +1

      Which size pliers do u use most? I’m trying to buy some as a gift for a pipe fitter

    • @williammorrow1187
      @williammorrow1187 Год назад

      @@cbzeej depending on the most common size of pipe that your friend uses of course, but the ones I use most and would recommend as a set to cover most things for a pipe fitter would be a 12” cobra and a 10” cobra plier.

  • @klaymoon1
    @klaymoon1 3 месяца назад +3

    We agree on 4 of the top Five Knipex ever. Knipex Twin Grip 8", Wire Stripper 8", Cobra 7", and Utility Knife. They are on the permanent spots on my tool belt, always within my reach. Plier Wrench is a bit heavier, so stays in the bag.

    • @MillisConstruction
      @MillisConstruction  3 месяца назад +1

      Awesome! Which would be your number 5 instead?

    • @klaymoon1
      @klaymoon1 3 месяца назад +1

      @@MillisConstruction Needle nose combination plier 7 1/4"!

  • @GlennC789
    @GlennC789 Год назад +34

    I have quite a few Knipex but I don't care for those "comfort" handles, they just seem to get in the way in tight working areas. I do really like the Pliers Wrenches, as they call them, but with the other handles. The leverage and design is extraordinary and allows you to do things you couldn't with any other hand tool.

    • @foodparadise5792
      @foodparadise5792 Год назад +4

      Totally agree, I own almost every knipex tools, some of the same tool I even own two. The comfort handle version just takes more space in tool pouch and you can hardly feel the difference.

    • @woodworkerroyer8497
      @woodworkerroyer8497 Год назад +1

      I could see that. The only comfort grips I have are because they're vde, or on the twin grips (and I think that's the only option on those).
      Only thing I hate about the pliers wrench is that they don't lock. So if you get some real high torque stuff you'll need a different tool. But for most things they're invaluable. I carry Cobras for work though, cause I'd rather save weight and find a rag to save the chrome finished stuff than not have a grip on the stuff that needs those teeth.

  • @jasonm4695
    @jasonm4695 Год назад +3

    I use the Twingrips at our OLD stables too. So many ancient, rusty nails, screws, bolts in the barn, fences, you name it. This thing just yanks stuff out. And I agree, gotta have the comfort grips on these... I wouldn't have known about them without you of course, thanks!

    • @corygriffiths4394
      @corygriffiths4394 Год назад +1

      I actually used my small 5 inch Cobra pliers not to long ago to help pull off a plastic tag that was stuck in one of my new sockets I had bought pulled the tag right off real quick they have so many uses I love mine my one drawer in my toolbox is all Knipex pliers I think I have 10 all together.

  • @RGB872
    @RGB872 Год назад +5

    You have a unique talent for tool presentation. Congrats.

  • @SV_Photo531
    @SV_Photo531 3 месяца назад

    I was turned into both Knipex and Wera by World Cup mountain bike mechanic, John Hall. I personally love Knipex’s mini XS wrench and their wire rope cutters. I personally don’t like the extra bulk of the comfort grips but I love the suggestion when having to really torque down on something you’re working on.

  • @genericbo1
    @genericbo1 Год назад +6

    I'm a millwright and you are the main reason for my quality tools addiction! Love your videos and your character 🤘

    • @adelarsen9776
      @adelarsen9776 Год назад

      It's ok to collect tools. Don't let anyone tell you that you need help.

  • @jackhammer9622
    @jackhammer9622 Год назад +5

    Great top 5. I started with the cobras and pliers wrench as well. Then got hooked. I do building controls. By far most used Knipex is the 6" diagonal cutters. I've used them for everything for 3 years and they'll still cut pull string like scissors.

  • @fastxsam
    @fastxsam Год назад +8

    I have many knipex tools but the cobras and pliers wrench are amazing. The two replaces so many other pliers. Everyone should own both. I also prefer the regular plastic handles myself.

  • @Gr8estspySterlingArcher
    @Gr8estspySterlingArcher 5 месяцев назад +1

    I use the 6 inch cobra DAILY on so many applications doing commercial refrigeration and they have never let me down.. the 10 and 12 inch pair ehh there nice to have to look at

  • @alexdhutanu
    @alexdhutanu Год назад +1

    The only nips I used when I was a steel fixer was the Knipex end cutting nippers 200mm. They were good for about 3 to 4 months on 5-6 days of work per week.

  • @jeffreywolf5235
    @jeffreywolf5235 Год назад +3

    In the last month I started changing over all of my other pliers and wrenches to Knipex . However I did make a mistake when I ordered the double grip pliers I did not get the comfort handle. You absolutely want that handle if you have bigger hands because those are thinner and aggravate my palms the comfort handles are incredibly comfortable and don't have any of these problems. I know a quality that's why the first time I used one of these changed everything for me next ill get Whia Screwdrivers and PB Swiss

  • @sykoteddy
    @sykoteddy Месяц назад +1

    I hadn't seen or heard about the Knipex Twin grip before, it looks really promising! I've already familiar with the other ones, but I needed to watch a bunch of different videos to get a hold of what kind of difference there was. Their own page doesn't make it a lot easier, so then I just leave it be, but now I know what I want and I'll buy it.
    I see you've got some Wera tools as well on the wall, that's also one of my favorite brands.

  • @kickingitwithjim8066
    @kickingitwithjim8066 5 месяцев назад +1

    i took your advice and ordered 3 knipex tools the pliers wrench as well as the cobras and the twin grips really looking forward to trying them out when they arrive

  • @jmcguire56
    @jmcguire56 Год назад +1

    Based on this video I bought the utility knife for my attic insulation project. That knife is awesome! It cut the 1" foam board insulation very well and that spine gave the blade plenty of strength. Incredibly happy with it!

    • @muddyriverdogz
      @muddyriverdogz Год назад

      No knife better than a US made Stanley box knife.

  • @atomicsmith
    @atomicsmith Год назад +13

    Personally I find a lot of these imported tools are over hyped (wera especially), but not knipex. They are worth every penny. Get a set of pliers wrenches and be amazed. It’s the most used tool in my bag.

    • @BrainTimeOut
      @BrainTimeOut 9 месяцев назад +2

      As a german i can say wera has very good quality but isnt top notch like other brands. You dont need to pay the premium when you can get good american screwdrivers or even some wihas when you want "german" Tools.

    • @mackenziepeek9317
      @mackenziepeek9317 2 месяца назад

      ​@BrainTimeOut as a German I'm curious if you have every used Klein tools from the US and had a comparison to the German counter parts. I've heard everyone talking about these German tools and my step dad is German and swears by German made tools but I was born and raised in the US. I've used Klein since I started as a young apprentice.

  • @kevinpeacock9423
    @kevinpeacock9423 Год назад +2

    Amazon sent me a $60 Knipex wire stripper when I ordered a 6” Cobra. Too nice to send back so I order another Cobra. The 4” and 5” are great EDC’s too.

  • @allenmiller9371
    @allenmiller9371 Год назад +1

    I have a absolute slew of knipex handtools but the itch I need to scratch are the plier wrench, just hit Amazon and it will be here Sunday! I hear too much about those things not to try, I’m a plumber and will mainly use them for adapters on top of the water heaters! Can already see me enjoying them.. great vid

  • @jeffwolf8018
    @jeffwolf8018 9 месяцев назад

    I like that they're finally making the cobra with chrome on it so they don't rust up as easy as I mostly use mine for plumbing. However the rust does not affect the work the pliers do. However they're not making a comfort grip handles I don't think with the Chrome yet. Unless they just came out or something

  • @DanielDraper-ki4hr
    @DanielDraper-ki4hr 8 месяцев назад

    I love Knipex, best quality most useful tools I have!

  • @jonesey1981
    @jonesey1981 Год назад

    Thanks for your time sir. Awesome video.

  • @woodsinthewoods5337
    @woodsinthewoods5337 11 месяцев назад

    The Knipex angled electrician shears are one of my all time favorite tool buys, hardly ever use my diagonal cutters anymore.

  • @sammiches2555
    @sammiches2555 4 месяца назад

    The pliers wrench is extremely versatile. I use mine for ocy/ace/nitro regulators and to crimp off old compressor lines. The cobras are amazing to get copper tubing where I want them to go. They're the quintessential tool to start with I think. The strippers are nice, but I have found that the Klein Auto Stripper is incredibly fast and convenient. The Twin Grips are awesome as a regular slip joint and as a "grab anything" plier. They were my first Knipex, and I'm very happy to still have them. That knife is awesome, but I'd replace it with the Knipex Raptor in this list. The Raptors aren't that well known to newcomers, but they were copied by the appropriately titled Icon Parrots and complement the first two tools in this list.

  • @1kontrabida
    @1kontrabida Год назад +3

    Great video! Been wanting to explore other brands and it gets confusing and overwhelming for the part, thanks for explaining and showing these tools🎉

  • @kingtaj
    @kingtaj 6 месяцев назад

    Really found this useful - just ordered my first Knipex pliers!

  • @KTK_Rockstar
    @KTK_Rockstar Год назад

    I have to admit the first knipex i bought was the cobras and boy you are right. Instant satisfaction when the money you spent is well spent. Replaced my pipe wrenches. Always reach for the cobra

  • @felixhueser5219
    @felixhueser5219 Год назад +5

    There are specific OLFA blades for isolation foam for snap off knifes. They are a game changer in combination with high quality utility knife

  • @martialme84
    @martialme84 Год назад +1

    The feel of quality tools in your hands on the job, man...
    Especially a new one. Recent purchase... So good...
    Was doing interior work in a train car (carriage? Whatever? I no engrish.) and wasn't pleasant and i was in a bad mood and sweaty and there was this old, disgusting, yellow insulating wool everywhere.... Grabbed my brand new pliers wrench and had to smile instantly. Got to get me a Cutix and maybe such a Twin Grip thing.

    • @mcspikesky
      @mcspikesky Год назад +3

      Twin grip is for real, get em pronto. Cutix a little pricey for me atm..

  • @robertarthurs328
    @robertarthurs328 Год назад +1

    I've had my red handled channels and a pair of the big spring detent for two decades.

  • @rjskum688
    @rjskum688 Год назад +4

    The 150 I've found is the best all around size. The dark horse of the pliers wrench. It's light enough for the pocket but powerful enough for pretty much every day maintenance jobs.

    • @mcspikesky
      @mcspikesky Год назад +1

      180 takes a 32mm between flats which is every nut you ever need to nip up.

  • @cengeb
    @cengeb Год назад +4

    Got a bunch of KNIPEX, since getting the first one, there is no equal...great stuff...the way they fit your hand, and fit the job to be done...I got Wera, and Whia stuff...German hand tools are the best....old Channel locks, Crescent, no more for me. the knipex wire stripper is like a surgical instrument

    • @corygriffiths4394
      @corygriffiths4394 Год назад +2

      I have some Channelocks and I compared the size of the jaw openings on my 5 inch Cobra pliers and my 10 inch Channelock and the little 5 inch Cobra had a wider jaw opening which is amazing I always carry the 5 inch Cobras in my pocket along with my utility knife wherever I go.

  • @calebhein2788
    @calebhein2788 6 месяцев назад

    I've used the cobra and plier wrench extensively. I'll give the strippers a look. I've still got the same old pair I got years ago from tech.

  • @rikuhummis
    @rikuhummis Год назад

    First Knipex tool I bought was actually cable cutters for bicycle cables. I also have pliers wrench and cobra wrench in 180mm (borrowed from my dad and i wont give them back 😂) next tool I'll buy is gonna be Wera zyklop set

  • @mikenormandy9250
    @mikenormandy9250 Год назад

    Yea I agree with the Cutix. As an electrician we all use the basic flip open or full size utility knives - but, the Cutix works even better, even for stripping big wire! I just wish it has a pocket clip!!

  • @michaelpayne8102
    @michaelpayne8102 Год назад +1

    LOL, I just got the 2 piece extra long needle nose set. Already have the staples. :). Happy New Year Josef. I knew you’d get hooked on the Cutix.

  • @Caffeine.And.Carvings
    @Caffeine.And.Carvings 8 месяцев назад

    As a german tradesman, the knife is the standard construction knife everyone has here, so i skip that, and id also loose the strippers. But include the demantle tool from them. Makes working on wires a breezes. Oh and also the multi key

    • @sassall4284
      @sassall4284 4 месяца назад

      As a German how do you pronounce Knipex?

    • @Caffeine.And.Carvings
      @Caffeine.And.Carvings 4 месяца назад +1

      @@sassall4284 in German: a hard k in the beginning like in kilo.
      Then nipp like in nailclIPPers and then ex
      Double consonat makes the vocal beforehand short and silent in German.

  • @lohikarhu734
    @lohikarhu734 2 месяца назад

    I've had my Cobra pliers grip a rounded 3/4" bolt, rusted solid on the exhaust of my truck, and just break the bolt right off! And that's with me lying on my back under the truck...

  • @evilgenius3646
    @evilgenius3646 8 месяцев назад

    Def rockin that Dale Earnhardt Sr. look

  • @ryanmarshall9146
    @ryanmarshall9146 Год назад +1

    We’ll I own 3 out of the 5 tools there but the others will probably make there way into my Veto at some point! I just ordered some more Wera from KC today. Man love your channel hope you have a good weekend!

  • @marcioantonioliberato9523
    @marcioantonioliberato9523 Год назад +2

    Knipex é referência em qualidade!

  • @NathanHarrison7
    @NathanHarrison7 Месяц назад

    Awesome video. Subscribed.

  • @jordanrelkey
    @jordanrelkey Год назад +1

    Just got me some 10" cobra quickset. I really like the feature.

  • @revg2608
    @revg2608 Год назад

    Another great video!!! Knipex-I’m a believer!!!

  • @centinelarefrigeracion8834
    @centinelarefrigeracion8834 Год назад

    Hey bro ! It's a pleasure see You again , saludos de México hermano !!

  • @HCheatNcool
    @HCheatNcool Год назад +2

    I really want to get into the pliers wrench. Seems really useful and I’d be glad to never use an adjustable wrench again

  • @kubilayyagci9726
    @kubilayyagci9726 11 месяцев назад

    I have over 25 pieces knipex tools because of you :) you are really making great videos and making us to buy more tools so can you make a video how maintenance or lubricate tools ?

  • @corygriffiths4394
    @corygriffiths4394 Год назад +1

    I’ve actually built up a pretty nice collection of Knipex pliers I think I have about 10 all together my one tool drawer is all Knipex pliers pretty much.

  • @RenovationsandRepair
    @RenovationsandRepair Год назад

    I see Knipex video..It's an automatic must watch!

  • @woodworkerroyer8497
    @woodworkerroyer8497 Год назад

    "The plumbing bag"
    That just made me think of Sid's house in Toy Story LOL. "One it gets there, it a rougher looking tool"

  • @smody121
    @smody121 Год назад

    I have the same wire stripper with the exact same squeak. Sprayed a bit of WD40 in there and has been silent ever since.

  • @fransiscoscaramanga674
    @fransiscoscaramanga674 Год назад

    nice, i own a few of those pieces........love them......

  • @jeffwolf8018
    @jeffwolf8018 Год назад

    I like that they have new Chrome covered Cobra 250 1/80 and 125. So now I get to go buy them all over again. I think some of the most beneficial ones I've gotten are the extra small Cobra and plies wrench. And then on the opposite side of that is the extra large Cobra 22 inches and the extra large plies wrench 16 inchs.

  • @VRCM_Skywarn_XUSA
    @VRCM_Skywarn_XUSA Год назад +3

    The ones with the buttons, are indoor.
    The ones that are more slip joint, are outdoors.
    -
    This is important, to know.
    When purchasing.
    Clean & indoor. Vs Dirty & outdoor.

  • @cengeb
    @cengeb Год назад +1

    Those wire strippers are the best thing ever, like surgical tools! These cut so precise and easy, makes other stuff unusable

  • @chevydavidson9220
    @chevydavidson9220 Год назад

    I really like my vice grip crescent wrench combo. With knipex I cannot get it as tight as I can with a crescent wrench.

  • @cengeb
    @cengeb Год назад

    Even how the little grooving for thumb placement and grip, lot of thinking went into this stuff

  • @tonyhuang8683
    @tonyhuang8683 Год назад +2

    I just got my Knipex wire stripper today and put them to use. Like butter! Got the comfort grip to match the linemans. Can’t wait to get more

    • @nachoisme
      @nachoisme Год назад +3

      Can’t tell you how many people have told me this one or that one is the best wire stripper. Then they use my Knipex and all of a sudden they realize the difference.

    • @tonyhuang8683
      @tonyhuang8683 Год назад +1

      I’m just a first year apprentice at the moment but I started out with a lot of Klein but slowly trying different brands. These definitely cut the best for me. I always ask to try others to get a feel. Although I feel the plastic grip for the lineman’s would fit my hand better lol.

    • @nachoisme
      @nachoisme Год назад +1

      @@tonyhuang8683 that’s what I did. All the old timers all said Klein Klein Klein. I have some Klein, Knipex, Wera, Wiha. I found what feels good to me. The Klein linesman and wire strikers never felt right in my hand. Once I grabbed the Knipex of both I knew that was what would work best for me

    • @cengeb
      @cengeb Год назад

      @Nathaniel Clark knipex are like surgical tools,the stripper with comfort handles,has a blade like so precise and its like tip is serrated and perfect fit and accuracy

  • @romansil
    @romansil Год назад

    That was also my guess that these blades come from Tajima. In my CutiX they are Knipex labeled. But I used Tajima blades before. They offer packs of 50.

  • @jacobsidorin2055
    @jacobsidorin2055 Год назад +1

    The strippers are my favorite pair I have ever had. Not having to tread the screws is awesome

  • @valenzaplumbing
    @valenzaplumbing Год назад +1

    My strippers also have that annoying squeak! It comes from the interference of the cutting blades. Have you found any way to get rid of that?

  • @Cenobite1
    @Cenobite1 Год назад +1

    "or whatever you wanna call those other ones"
    😂

  • @LynnJynh9315
    @LynnJynh9315 Год назад +5

    My top 5 Knipex tools:
    5in Cobra
    7in Cobra
    10in Cobra
    12in Cobra
    24in Cobra

  • @mufc99ok
    @mufc99ok 9 месяцев назад

    Knipex are the best

  • @cengeb
    @cengeb Год назад +1

    German hand tools, are so well designed, and well thought out...there is a BIg difference...

  • @BurritoSupreme_
    @BurritoSupreme_ Год назад

    Where can I find knipex on sale for a discounted price? Id like to pick up the knofe and thw pliers wrench

  • @JohnnyG2573
    @JohnnyG2573 Год назад

    We need a shop tour!

  • @birddogg3270
    @birddogg3270 Год назад

    Have you tried the Ltt racheting screwdriver? I saw project farm did a review on it and it looks pretty nice.
    I was considering the pb swiss but Ltt has my attention.
    Thanks

  • @joemorales9093
    @joemorales9093 Год назад

    Do the grips get loose?...every Ideal plier I've had...1 or both the grips will fall off/get loose....

  • @diverblc
    @diverblc 3 месяца назад +1

    I miss your kctool haul videos!

  • @chadroy16
    @chadroy16 Год назад

    i got a 4 piece knipex pliers set in foam, chrom finish and comfort handles. super underwhelming. lots of play in the cobras. I'm sure they'll last forever though

  • @edwingrimm9183
    @edwingrimm9183 Год назад

    if the twin grip had a wire cuter on it it would be in every toolbelt in the country

  • @PeteyMcSavage
    @PeteyMcSavage Год назад

    How about channel lock and Klein snap on good channel.

  • @CorvetteTrev
    @CorvetteTrev Год назад

    They're not the best pliers, they "can be" I've gotten some sticky ones. The pliers wrenches are great- nearly indestructible teeth with a nice range. My favorites on those are 7" and 10". Now, going back to the long nose plier, I'm annoyed with the warranty process, emails 📧 And forms and phone calls, we Pay a real premium as a Sikorsky Engineer. I could make a good argument for channel lock long nose pliers. That's 20 years in building helicopters 🚁 🙌

  • @petersimms4982
    @petersimms4982 6 месяцев назад

    Knipex are fantastic! But! On Temu I got a pair of self adjusting grips for a fraction of the cost! They were just as good and only a 1/4 the price! Ps I’ve been using knipex for over 40 years 😊😮

  • @DDG-Downfall
    @DDG-Downfall 3 месяца назад

    S Tier tools.

  • @imthejuggernautbitxh
    @imthejuggernautbitxh Год назад

    Cobras don't work well as a lefty, I say enough good things about my alligators though and usually they are faster in and out of a tool pouch anyway

    • @arnowaigel2844
      @arnowaigel2844 Год назад

      Alligators are for dirt outside, Cobras for cleaner inside.

  • @joseepifaniogomes1843
    @joseepifaniogomes1843 Год назад

    Meu sonho de consumo pena que não posso comprar.

  • @gregeconomeier1476
    @gregeconomeier1476 Год назад

    Knipex make good tools. However, this video brings to mind one thought. HOMER

  • @jerrysberrys3415
    @jerrysberrys3415 Год назад

    wtf did you do to the jaws on them man

  • @gerti2006naci
    @gerti2006naci Год назад +1

    The knife is a fail a total disaster!

  • @Onthebeach002
    @Onthebeach002 Год назад

    You have no idea what your are talking about. The only tool you should purchase is the water pump pliers. The rest are just pliers, go to harbor freight.

  • @bryanmontgomery996
    @bryanmontgomery996 Год назад +1

    Everything I've read says the 'K' is silent in the name Knipex. It should be pronounced "nip-ex"

    • @MillisConstruction
      @MillisConstruction  Год назад +4

      Wrong. Direct from the company: ruclips.net/user/shorts1mgCErcyifw?feature=share

    • @cengeb
      @cengeb Год назад +2

      Hard k ,it's German

    • @arnowaigel2844
      @arnowaigel2844 Год назад +2

      In German it is K and then nipex.

  • @yourlogicalnightmare1014
    @yourlogicalnightmare1014 Год назад +1

    Apparently this guy cuts his steak with a Ken-eye-f rather than a Nai-f
    KNI-PEX
    KNI-FE 🔪
    See how that works

    • @MillisConstruction
      @MillisConstruction  Год назад +2

      No I don’t…. This is a German company and this is how they request it be pronounced: ruclips.net/user/shorts1mgCErcyifw?feature=share

    • @JohnnyDub16
      @JohnnyDub16 Год назад +1

      It's better to remain silent and be thought of as a fool than to speak and remove all doubt.

    • @yourlogicalnightmare1014
      @yourlogicalnightmare1014 Год назад

      @@JohnnyDub16
      It's better to use tired old clichés than come up with something original

    • @JohnnyDub16
      @JohnnyDub16 Год назад

      @@yourlogicalnightmare1014 Hey if the shoe fits 😉 If you're going to try and correct someone, at least be correct yourself about it 🤣

    • @yourlogicalnightmare1014
      @yourlogicalnightmare1014 Год назад

      @@JohnnyDub16
      You ignored my question.
      Do you say "jeez-us" or "hey-soos"?
      If you're American, you're free to pronounce words the way Americans pronounce them.