How to Pronounce Blackjack

To pronounce "blackjack", say BLACKJ-ack — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈblækdʒæk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈblækdʒæk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “blackjack”

"blackjack" has 2 syllables: blackj-ack. It rhymes with crack and slack, if that helps it stick.

What does blackjack mean?

noun

  1. A common gambling card game in casinos, where the object is to get as close to 21 without going over.
  2. A hand in the game of blackjack consisting of a face card and an ace.

verb

  1. To strike with a blackjack or similar weapon.

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Words that rhyme with blackjack

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crackslackblacktrackhackrackbacksetbackclackattackflakfeedback

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "blackjack"?▾

"Blackjack" has 2 syllables: blackj · ack.

What is the IPA transcription of "blackjack"?▾

The IPA transcription of "blackjack" is /ˈblækdʒæk/.

What does "blackjack" mean?▾

Blackjack: A common gambling card game in casinos, where the object is to get as close to 21 without going over.

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