How to Pronounce "jaywalk"
word
ˈdʒeɪˌwɔk
JAY-wawk
ˈdʒeɪ.wɔːk
JAY-wawk
Definition
To cross a street in an illegal or unsafe way, usually by not using a crosswalk or not following traffic signals.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdʒeɪˌwɔk
British English
ˈdʒeɪ.wɔːk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
JAY-wawk
UK
JAY-wawk
Listen in Context
It is dangerous to jaywalk on busy streets.
You can get a fine if you jaywalk.
Please don't jaywalk; use the crosswalk.
He was in such a hurry he decided to jaywalk instead of waiting.