How to Pronounce "jocund"
word
ˈdʒɒkənd
JAHK-und
dʒˈɒkʌnd
jok-UND
Definition
Cheerful, lighthearted, and in high spirits. Often describes a happy and lively mood.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdʒɒkənd
British English
dʒˈɒkʌnd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
JAHK-und
UK
jok-UND
Listen in Context
The children were jocund at the festival.
She wore a jocund smile all day.
The jocund music filled the room with happiness.
He always tells stories in such a jocund way that everyone laughs.