How to Pronounce Jabs

To pronounce "jabs", say JABS — one syllable, IPA /dʒæbz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/dʒæbz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “jabs”

"jabs" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with crabs and scabs, if that helps it stick.

What does jabs mean?

noun

  1. A quick stab or blow; a poking or thrusting motion.
  2. A short straight punch.

verb

  1. To poke or thrust abruptly, or to make such a motion.
  2. To deliver a quick punch.

Words that rhyme with jabs

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

crabsscabsslabslabshabstabsstabsdrabsblabstaxicabsprefabscrabbs

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "jabs"?▾

"Jabs" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "jabs"?▾

The IPA transcription of "jabs" is /dʒæbz/.

What does "jabs" mean?▾

Jabs: A quick stab or blow; a poking or thrusting motion.

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