How to Pronounce Jerkin

To pronounce "jerkin", say JERK-in — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈdʒɜː.kɪn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈdʒɜː.kɪn/

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💡 Tip for remembering “jerkin”

"jerkin" has 2 syllables: jerk-in. It rhymes with zircon and firkin, if that helps it stick.

What does jerkin mean?

noun

  1. A type of men's garment popular in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries: a close-fitting collarless jacket, with or without sleeves.
  2. A sleeveless jacket, usually leather; a long waistcoat.

Words that rhyme with jerkin

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

zirconfirkinperkingherkingerkinberkenkirchen

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "jerkin"?▾

"Jerkin" has 2 syllables: jerk · in.

What is the IPA transcription of "jerkin"?▾

The IPA transcription of "jerkin" is /ˈdʒɜː.kɪn/.

What does "jerkin" mean?▾

Jerkin: A type of men's garment popular in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries: a close-fitting collarless jacket, with or without sleeves.

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