How to Pronounce Jailbreak

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

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Letters

JAILBR-eak

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💡 Tip for remembering “jailbreak”

"jailbreak" has 2 syllables: jailbr-eak.

What does jailbreak mean?

noun

  1. An escape from prison.

verb

  1. To escape from prison.
  2. To modify the firmware of an electronic device, especially a mobile phone, in order to remove restrictions that prevent it from running unofficial software.

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Related words

breakoutbreakgaolbreakprison-breakingprisonbreakgetawayescapeflee

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "jailbreak"?▾

"Jailbreak" has 2 syllables: jailbr · eak.

What does "jailbreak" mean?▾

Jailbreak: An escape from prison.

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