How to pronounce Jr
Say it like JOO-nyer. Jr has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JOO).
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- JOO
- nyer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Jr pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- JOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- nyerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of Jr
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: JOO-nyuh.
What does Jr mean?
- A title used after a son's name when his father has the same name.
Words that rhyme with Jr
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of Jr.
Words that sound like Jr
Questions about saying Jr
How do you pronounce Jr?
Say JOO-nyer. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʒunjɚ/. In British English it is /ˈdʒuːnjə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Jr?
Jr has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JOO). Broken into parts: JOO · nyer.
Is Jr 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 /ˈdʒuːnjə/ (JOO-nyuh).
What words sound the same as Jr?
Jr sounds the same as junior in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.