How to pronounce unjam
Say it like un-JAM. Unjam has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (JAM).
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- un
- JAM
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unjam pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- JAMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of unjam
American and British speakers say unjam in essentially the same way: /ʌnˈdʒæm/ in the US and /ʌnˈdʒæm/ in the UK.
British respelling: un-JAM.
What does unjam mean?
- To remove a blockage from; to release from being jammed.
Where does unjam come from?
From un- + jam.
Words that rhyme with unjam
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of unjam.
Questions about saying unjam
How do you pronounce unjam?
Say un-JAM. The American pronunciation is /ʌnˈdʒæm/. In British English it is /ʌnˈdʒæm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unjam?
Unjam has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (JAM). Broken into parts: un · JAM.
Do Americans and Brits say unjam the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ʌnˈdʒæm/ and the British form is /ʌnˈdʒæm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.