How to Pronounce "jaws"
word
jawz
jawz
Definition
The jaws are the two bones that form the framework of the mouth and hold the teeth. The word can also refer to the mouth area of animals or be used metaphorically to mean something dangerous that can trap or catch.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈdʒɔz/
British English
/dʒˈɔːz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
jawz
UK
jawz
Listen in Context
Sharks have very strong jaws.
The dog held the bone in its jaws.
He broke his jaws in the accident.
The lion opened its jaws wide and roared loudly.