How to Pronounce Jersey

To pronounce "jersey", say JERS-ey — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈdʒɜːzi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈdʒɜːzi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “jersey”

"jersey" has 2 syllables: jers-ey. It rhymes with jerzy and new-jersey, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: jerzy — easy to mix up when writing.

What does jersey mean?

noun

  1. A garment knitted from wool, worn over the upper body.
  2. A shirt worn by a member of an athletic team, usually oversized, typically depicting the athlete's name and team number as well as the team's logotype.

Synonyms

guernseyjumper

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Words that rhyme with jersey

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jerzynew-jersey

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "jersey"?▾

"Jersey" has 2 syllables: jers · ey.

What is the IPA transcription of "jersey"?▾

The IPA transcription of "jersey" is /ˈdʒɜːzi/.

What does "jersey" mean?▾

Jersey: A garment knitted from wool, worn over the upper body.

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