How to pronounce jittery
Say it like JIT-uh-ree. Jittery has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JIT).
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- JIT
- uh
- ree
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Jittery pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- JITSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- reeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of jittery
- American English uses 3 syllables and British English 2.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: JIT-ree.
What does jittery mean?
- nervy, jumpy, on edge
- Having jitter, or unwanted signal characteristics.
Where does jittery come from?
From jitter + -y.
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Words that rhyme with jittery
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Questions about saying jittery
How do you pronounce jittery?
Say JIT-uh-ree. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʒɪtəri/. In British English it is /ˈdʒɪtri/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in jittery?
Jittery has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JIT). Broken into parts: JIT · uh · ree.
Is jittery pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. American English uses 3 syllables and British English 2. The British form is /ˈdʒɪtri/ (JIT-ree).