How to Pronounce Jib

To pronounce "jib", say JIB — one syllable, IPA /dʒɪb/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/dʒɪb/

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💡 Tip for remembering “jib”

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

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

What does jib mean?

noun

  1. A triangular staysail set forward of the foremast. In a sloop (see image) the basic jib reaches back roughly to the level of the mast.
  2. (usually with a modifier) Any of a variety of specialty triangular staysails set forward of the foremast.

Words that rhyme with jib

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

glibribcribbibniblibgibtribkibbemibad-libcorncrib

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "jib"?▾

"Jib" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "jib"?▾

The IPA transcription of "jib" is /dʒɪb/.

What does "jib" mean?▾

Jib: A triangular staysail set forward of the foremast. In a sloop (see image) the basic jib reaches back roughly to the level of the mast.

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