How to Pronounce "jovial"
word
ˈdʒoʊviəɫ
JOH-vee-uhl
dʒˈəʊvɪəl
JOH-vee-uhl
Definition
Full of happiness and good humor; cheerful and friendly, often spreading joy to others.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdʒoʊviəɫ
British English
dʒˈəʊvɪəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
JOH-vee-uhl
UK
JOH-vee-uhl
Listen in Context
Tom has a jovial smile that makes everyone feel welcome.
His jovial nature brightens up the office every day.
The children laughed at their father's jovial jokes.
She has such a jovial spirit; it’s impossible to feel sad around her.