How to Pronounce Journeyman

To pronounce "journeyman", say JOURN-eym-an — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈdʒɜːnimən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈdʒɜːnimən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “journeyman”

"journeyman" has 3 syllables: journ-eym-an. It rhymes with deadpan and span, if that helps it stick.

What does journeyman mean?

noun

  1. A tradesman who has served an apprenticeship and is employed by a master tradesman
  2. A competent but undistinguished tradesman, especially one who works, and is paid by the day

Words that rhyme with journeyman

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

deadpanspandivanclanmanpanfanqueancaravancatamaranharmattantran

Related words

craftsmanartificerartisanworkergentlemanfellowcomradecompanion

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "journeyman"?▾

"Journeyman" has 3 syllables: journ · eym · an.

What is the IPA transcription of "journeyman"?▾

The IPA transcription of "journeyman" is /ˈdʒɜːnimən/.

What does "journeyman" mean?▾

Journeyman: A tradesman who has served an apprenticeship and is employed by a master tradesman

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