How to pronounce jut
Say it like JUHT. Jut is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- JUHT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Jut pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- JUHTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of jut
American and British speakers say jut in essentially the same way: /dʒʌt/ in the US and /dʒʌt/ in the UK.
British respelling: JUHT.
What does jut mean?
- Something that sticks out.
- To stick out.“the jutting part of a building”
Where does jut come from?
From Middle English jutten (“to project, jut out”), an alteration of jetten (“to strut, be showy”).
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Words that rhyme with jut
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Questions about saying jut
How do you pronounce jut?
Say JUHT. The American pronunciation is /dʒʌt/. In British English it is /dʒʌt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in jut?
Jut is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: JUHT.
Do Americans and Brits say jut the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /dʒʌt/ and the British form is /dʒʌt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.