How to Pronounce "adjust"
word
/əˈdʒəst/
uh-JUHST
/ɐdʒˈʌst/
uh-JUHST
Definition
To change something slightly to make it better, more accurate, or more suitable; can also mean to get used to a new situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
/əˈdʒəst/
British English
/ɐdʒˈʌst/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-JUHST
UK
uh-JUHST
Listen in Context
Can you adjust the volume, please?
He needed to adjust his chair to reach the desk.
It takes time to adjust to a new school.
I had to adjust my plans because of the weather.