How to Pronounce Juggernaut

To pronounce "juggernaut", say JUGG-ern-aut — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈdʒʌ.ɡə.nɔːt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈdʒʌ.ɡə.nɔːt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “juggernaut”

"juggernaut" has 3 syllables: jugg-ern-aut. It rhymes with fraught and distraught, if that helps it stick.

What does juggernaut mean?

noun

  1. A literal or metaphorical force or object regarded as unstoppable, that will crush all in its path.
  2. (sometimes derogatory) A large, cumbersome truck or lorry, especially an artic.

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Words that rhyme with juggernaut

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

fraughtdistraughttautonslaughthottrotknotoverwroughtthoughtblotnoughtspot

Related words

jagannathajagannathjagganathheavyweightheavygianttrucklorry

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "juggernaut"?▾

"Juggernaut" has 3 syllables: jugg · ern · aut.

What is the IPA transcription of "juggernaut"?▾

The IPA transcription of "juggernaut" is /ˈdʒʌ.ɡə.nɔːt/.

What does "juggernaut" mean?▾

Juggernaut: A literal or metaphorical force or object regarded as unstoppable, that will crush all in its path.

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