How to Pronounce Jot

To pronounce "jot", say JOT — one syllable, IPA /dʒɒt/. 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

/dʒɒt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “jot”

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

What does jot mean?

noun

  1. Iota; the smallest letter or stroke of any writing.
  2. A small amount, bit; the smallest amount.

    “He didn't care a jot for his work.”

verb

  1. (usually with "down") To write quickly.

    “Tell me your order, so I can jot it down.”

Words that rhyme with jot

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

fraughtdistraughttautonslaughthottrotknotoverwroughtthoughtblotnoughtspot

Related words

touchhintpinchspecksoupconmitewhitsmidgen

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "jot"?▾

"Jot" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "jot"?▾

The IPA transcription of "jot" is /dʒɒt/.

What does "jot" mean?▾

Jot: Iota; the smallest letter or stroke of any writing.

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