How to Pronounce Jackhammer

To pronounce "jackhammer", say JACKH-amm-er — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

JACKH-amm-er

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💡 Tip for remembering “jackhammer”

"jackhammer" has 3 syllables: jackh-amm-er. It rhymes with clamor and glamour, if that helps it stick.

What does jackhammer mean?

noun

  1. A portable percussive power tool that combines a hammer and chisel used to drill or break hard matter, for instance rock or concrete.

verb

  1. To use a jackhammer.
  2. To break (something) using a jackhammer.

Synonyms

pneumatic drill

Words that rhyme with jackhammer

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

clamorglamourstammerenamorhammerglamoramorgrammarscammerslammerclammersledgehammer

Related words

drillpercussorwhammerhammer

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "jackhammer"?▾

"Jackhammer" has 3 syllables: jackh · amm · er.

What does "jackhammer" mean?▾

Jackhammer: A portable percussive power tool that combines a hammer and chisel used to drill or break hard matter, for instance rock or concrete.

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