How to Pronounce "jump bail"
expression
ˈdʒəmp/ /ˈbeɪɫ
JUMP BAYL
dʒˈʌmp/ /bˈeɪl
jump BAYL
Definition
To fail to appear in court after being released on bail, usually by fleeing or hiding to avoid trial.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdʒəmp/ /ˈbeɪɫ
British English
dʒˈʌmp/ /bˈeɪl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
JUMP BAYL
UK
jump BAYL
Listen in Context
He decided to jump bail and leave the country.
It is illegal to jump bail after being released.
If you jump bail, you can face more charges.
The police were shocked when they found out he had jumped bail.