How to Pronounce Jackstay

To pronounce "jackstay", say JACKST-ay — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

JACKST-ay

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💡 Tip for remembering “jackstay”

"jackstay" has 2 syllables: jackst-ay. It rhymes with backstay, if that helps it stick.

What does jackstay mean?

noun

  1. A stay (rope, bar or batten), running along a ship's yard, to which is attached the head of a square sail.
  2. A cable between two ships or from a ship to a fixed point which can be used to support a load during transfer of personnel or materiel along the cable.

Words that rhyme with jackstay

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

backstay

Related words

jibstaybabystaystaydocksailyardsailroomboatel

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "jackstay"?▾

"Jackstay" has 2 syllables: jackst · ay.

What does "jackstay" mean?▾

Jackstay: A stay (rope, bar or batten), running along a ship's yard, to which is attached the head of a square sail.

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