To pronounce "herky-jerky", say HERKYJ-erky — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
herky-jerky
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HERKYJ-erky
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"herky-jerky" has 2 syllables: herkyj-erky.
"Herky-jerky" has 2 syllables: herkyj · erky.
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