How to Pronounce Jungle

To pronounce "jungle", say JUNGL-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈdʒʌŋ.ɡ(ə)l/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈdʒʌŋ.ɡ(ə)l/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “jungle”

"jungle" has 2 syllables: jungl-e. It rhymes with bungle and fungal, if that helps it stick.

What does jungle mean?

noun

  1. A large, undeveloped, humid forest, especially in a tropical region, that is home to many wild plants and animals; a tropical rainforest.
  2. Any uncultivated tract of forest or scrub habitat.

adjective

  1. (Of musical beat, rhythm, etc.) resembling the fast-paced drumming of traditional peoples of the jungle.

Synonyms

tiger country

Words that rhyme with jungle

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

bunglefungalantifungalmungle

Related words

rainforestforestselvaforestrythicketwoodlandbushwilderness

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "jungle"?▾

"Jungle" has 2 syllables: jungl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "jungle"?▾

The IPA transcription of "jungle" is /ˈdʒʌŋ.ɡ(ə)l/.

What does "jungle" mean?▾

Jungle: A large, undeveloped, humid forest, especially in a tropical region, that is home to many wild plants and animals; a tropical rainforest.

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