How to Pronounce Lockjaw

To pronounce "lockjaw", say LOCKJ-aw — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

LOCKJ-aw

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💡 Tip for remembering “lockjaw”

"lockjaw" has 2 syllables: lockj-aw.

What does lockjaw mean?

noun

  1. A spasmodic, nervous system disease brought on by the tetanus bacteria. It causes muscles to seize up and may cause death by suffocation.

Synonyms

tetanustrismus

Related words

tetanustrismuslimberneckclonuspseudolockingtetanylathyrismorthotonos

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lockjaw"?▾

"Lockjaw" has 2 syllables: lockj · aw.

What does "lockjaw" mean?▾

Lockjaw: A spasmodic, nervous system disease brought on by the tetanus bacteria. It causes muscles to seize up and may cause death by suffocation.

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