How to Pronounce Jug

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

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Letters

/d͡ʒʌɡ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “jug”

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

What does jug mean?

noun

  1. A serving vessel or container, typically circular in cross-section and typically higher than it is wide, with a relatively small mouth or spout, an ear handle and often a stopper or top.
  2. The amount that a jug can hold.

verb

  1. To stew in an earthenware jug etc.

    “jugged hare”

  2. To put into jail.

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Words that rhyme with jug

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

snugsmugslugbugplugtugsprigmughughumbugfirebugdrug

Related words

jugfulimmureimprisonincarcerategaoljaillagremand

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "jug"?▾

"Jug" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "jug"?▾

The IPA transcription of "jug" is /d͡ʒʌɡ/.

What does "jug" mean?▾

Jug: A serving vessel or container, typically circular in cross-section and typically higher than it is wide, with a relatively small mouth or spout, an ear handle and often a stopper or top.

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