How to Pronounce "jerries"
word
ˈdʒɛɹi
JER-ee
dʒˈɛɹi
jer-EE
Definition
"Jerries" can mean large containers used to carry fuel or water (short for 'jerrycans'), and historically it was a slang term for German soldiers during World War II.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdʒɛɹi
British English
dʒˈɛɹi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
JER-ee
UK
jer-EE
Listen in Context
We filled the jerries with clean water before the trip.
The soldiers carried jerries for extra fuel.
He washed out the jerries after using them.
Grab a couple of jerries from the back, will you?