How to Pronounce "jab"
word
/ˈdʒæb/
jab
/dʒˈæb/
jab
Definition
A quick, sharp punch or push, often used in boxing or to refer informally to an injection or vaccination.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈdʒæb/
British English
/dʒˈæb/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
jab
UK
jab
Listen in Context
He threw a fast jab at his opponent.
Did you get your flu jab this year?
The nurse will give you a quick jab in your arm.
He kept his guard up and waited for the perfect moment to jab.