How to Pronounce Jazz

To pronounce "jazz", say JAZZ — one syllable, IPA /d͡ʒæz/. 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

/d͡ʒæz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “jazz”

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

What does jazz mean?

noun

  1. A musical art form rooted in West African cultural and musical expression and in the African American blues tradition, with diverse influences over time, commonly characterized by blue notes, syncopation, swing, call and response, polyrhythms and improvisation.
  2. Energy, excitement, excitability.

verb

  1. To destroy.

    “You’ve gone and jazzed it now!”

  2. To play (jazz music).

Synonyms

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Words that rhyme with jazz

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whereasrazzmatazzpizzazzblahspizazzhas

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "jazz"?▾

"Jazz" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "jazz"?▾

The IPA transcription of "jazz" is /d͡ʒæz/.

What does "jazz" mean?▾

Jazz: A musical art form rooted in West African cultural and musical expression and in the African American blues tradition, with diverse influences over time, commonly characterized by blue notes, syncopation, swing, call and response, polyrhythms and improvisation.

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