How to pronounce jamb
Say it like JAM. Jamb is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- JAM
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Jamb pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- JAMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of jamb
American and British speakers say jamb in essentially the same way: /dʒæm/ in the US and /dʒæm/ in the UK.
British respelling: JAM.
What does jamb mean?
- Either of the vertical components that form the side of an opening in a wall, such as that of a door frame, window frame, or fireplace.
- Any thick mass of rock that prevents miners from following the lode or vein.
- Synonym of jambeau (“piece of armor for the leg”).
- To fix or attach a jamb to.
Words that rhyme with jamb
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of jamb.
Words that sound like jamb
Questions about saying jamb
How do you pronounce jamb?
Say JAM. The American pronunciation is /dʒæm/. In British English it is /dʒæm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in jamb?
Jamb is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: JAM.
Do Americans and Brits say jamb the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /dʒæm/ and the British form is /dʒæm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as jamb?
Jamb sounds the same as jam in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.