How to Pronounce "jeopardize"
word
/ˈdʒɛpɝˌdaɪz/
JE-pur-dyz
/ˈdʒɛpɜːˌdaɪz/
JE-puh-dyz
Definition
To put someone or something in danger of harm, loss, or failure.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈdʒɛpɝˌdaɪz/
British English
/ˈdʒɛpɜːˌdaɪz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
JE-pur-dyz
UK
JE-puh-dyz
Listen in Context
Don't jeopardize your health by not sleeping enough.
Smoking can jeopardize your chances of living a long life.
Arriving late could jeopardize your job interview.
We can’t jeopardize the project by rushing these decisions.