How to Pronounce Jerkins

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

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Syllables

7

Letters

JERK-ins

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💡 Tip for remembering “jerkins”

"jerkins" has 2 syllables: jerk-ins. It rhymes with gherkins and perkins, if that helps it stick.

What does jerkins mean?

noun

  1. A male gyrfalcon.

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 jerkins

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gherkinsperkinsfirkinsburkins

Related words

waistcoatsdoubletsleathernbuffleatherapronspaddedsleeveless

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "jerkins"?▾

"Jerkins" has 2 syllables: jerk · ins.

What does "jerkins" mean?▾

Jerkins: A male gyrfalcon.

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