How to pronounce jersey
Say it like JUR-zee. Jersey has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JUR).
- JUR
- zee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Jersey pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- JURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- zeeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of jersey
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: JUR-zee.
What does jersey mean?
- A garment knitted from wool, worn over the upper body.
- A shirt worn by a member of an athletic team, usually oversized, typically depicting the athlete's name and team number as well as the team's logotype.“A young boy was wearing a Manchester City Erling Haaland jersey.”
- A type of fabric knit.
Where does jersey come from?
From a typical fisherman's sweater used on the island of Jersey.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Words that sound like jersey
- jerzy
Questions about saying jersey
How do you pronounce jersey?
Say JUR-zee. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʒɝzi/. In British English it is /ˈdʒɜːzi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in jersey?
Jersey has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JUR). Broken into parts: JUR · zee.
Is jersey 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 /ˈdʒɜːzi/ (JUR-zee).
What words sound the same as jersey?
Jersey sounds the same as jerzy in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.