How to Pronounce Jukebox

To pronounce "jukebox", say JUK-eb-ox — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈdʒuːkbɒks/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈdʒuːkbɒks/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “jukebox”

"jukebox" has 3 syllables: juk-eb-ox. It rhymes with paradox and faux, if that helps it stick.

What does jukebox mean?

noun

  1. A coin-operated machine that plays recorded music; it has push-buttons to make selections.
  2. An automated carousel for the storage and retrieval of tapes, CD-ROMs, etc.

verb

  1. To play and listen to music from a jukebox.
  2. To play (music or digital content) on a jukebox

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Words that rhyme with jukebox

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

paradoxfauxunorthodoxequinoxflummoxfoxboxcoxlockspoxrocksbalks

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "jukebox"?▾

"Jukebox" has 3 syllables: juk · eb · ox.

What is the IPA transcription of "jukebox"?▾

The IPA transcription of "jukebox" is /ˈdʒuːkbɒks/.

What does "jukebox" mean?▾

Jukebox: A coin-operated machine that plays recorded music; it has push-buttons to make selections.

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