How to pronounce jacker
Say it like JAK-er. Jacker has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JAK).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈdʒækər/JAK-er
UK British/ˈdʒækə/JAK-uh
- JAK
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Jacker 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.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of jacker
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: JAK-uh.
What does jacker mean?
noun
- A robber; a carjacker.
- A computer hacker or pirate.
- A Cornishman.
Where does jacker come from?
From jack + -er.
Questions about saying jacker
How do you pronounce jacker?
Say JAK-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʒækər/. In British English it is /ˈdʒækə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in jacker?
Jacker has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JAK). Broken into parts: JAK · er.
Is jacker pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈdʒækə/ (JAK-uh).