How to pronounce jackanape
Say it like JAK-uh-nayp. Jackanape has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JAK).
- JAK
- uh
- nayp
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Jackanape pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- JAKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- naypGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of jackanape
American and British speakers say jackanape in essentially the same way: /ˈdʒækəˌneɪp/ in the US and /ˈdʒækəneɪp/ in the UK.
British respelling: JAK-uh-nayp.
What does jackanape mean?
- Of or pertaining to a jackanapes.
- Alternative form of jackanapes.
Where does jackanape come from?
Back-formation from jackanapes.
Questions about saying jackanape
How do you pronounce jackanape?
Say JAK-uh-nayp. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʒækəˌneɪp/. In British English it is /ˈdʒækəneɪp/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in jackanape?
Jackanape has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JAK). Broken into parts: JAK · uh · nayp.
Do Americans and Brits say jackanape the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈdʒækəˌneɪp/ and the British form is /ˈdʒækəneɪp/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.