How to Pronounce "jamboree"
word
ˈdʒæm.bəˌɹiː
jam-buh-REE
dʒˈæmbɔːɹˌiː
jam-BAW-ree
Definition
A large, lively party or celebration, often with many people and activities. It is especially used for big gatherings of scouts.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdʒæm.bəˌɹiː
British English
dʒˈæmbɔːɹˌiː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
jam-buh-REE
UK
jam-BAW-ree
Listen in Context
The school held a jamboree to celebrate the end of the year.
All the local scouts gathered for a weekend jamboree.
The park was full of music and laughter during the summer jamboree.
I’ve never seen so many happy faces as at last year’s jamboree.