To pronounce "jackknifing", say JACKKN-if-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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JACKKN-if-ing
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"jackknifing" has 3 syllables: jackkn-if-ing.
"Jackknifing" has 3 syllables: jackkn · if · ing.
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