How to Pronounce "jerking"
word
/ˈdʒɝkɪŋ/
JUR-king
/dʒˈɜːkɪŋ/
JUR-king
Definition
A sudden, quick movement, often one that is repeated or uncontrolled. 'Jerking' can refer to physical movements of the body or to something being pulled sharply.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈdʒɝkɪŋ/
British English
/dʒˈɜːkɪŋ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
JUR-king
UK
JUR-king
Listen in Context
Her leg started jerking while she was sleeping.
He was jerking the rope to pull the box.
The car was jerking when she tried to start it.
Why is my eye jerking like that? It's really annoying.