How to Pronounce "juggling act"
expression
ˈdʒəɡəɫɪŋ/, /ˈdʒəɡɫɪŋ/ /ˈækt
JUHG-ling AKT
dʒˈʌɡlɪŋ/ /ˈækt
JUG-ling AKT
Definition
A 'juggling act' is when someone tries to manage several tasks or responsibilities at the same time, often with difficulty.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdʒəɡəɫɪŋ/, /ˈdʒəɡɫɪŋ/ /ˈækt
British English
dʒˈʌɡlɪŋ/ /ˈækt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
JUHG-ling AKT
UK
JUG-ling AKT
Listen in Context
Taking care of three kids and a full-time job is a real juggling act.
For single parents, every day can feel like a juggling act.
Balancing homework, sports, and friends is a juggling act for many students.
It's a constant juggling act trying to keep my boss happy and meet deadlines.