How to Pronounce "junkies"
word
/ˈdʒəŋkiz/
JUHNG-keez
/dʒˈʌŋkiz/
JUHNG-keez
Definition
An informal, often derogatory term for people addicted to drugs, especially heroin. Also used casually to describe someone obsessed with something.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈdʒəŋkiz/
British English
/dʒˈʌŋkiz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
JUHNG-keez
UK
JUHNG-keez
Listen in Context
The park was known for attracting drug junkies at night.
Many junkies end up living on the streets.
She described herself as a total coffee junkie.
I'm a total adrenaline junkie — skydiving, bungee jumping, you name it.