Como Pronunciar "joneses"
word
ˈdʒoʊnzɪz
JOHN-ziz
ˈdʒəʊnzɪz
JOH-nziz
Definição
Refers to a family (the Joneses) symbolizing one's neighbors or others whose material possessions and lifestyle are a standard to compare oneself with; often used in the phrase 'keep up with the Joneses'.
Transcrição IPA
Inglês Americano
ˈdʒoʊnzɪz
Inglês Britânico
ˈdʒəʊnzɪz
Pronúncia Simplificada
EUA
JOHN-ziz
UK
JOH-nziz
Ouça em Contexto
She always wants to keep up with the Joneses.
Buying a new car just to impress the Joneses is silly.
People spend too much trying to outdo the Joneses.
Sometimes, it's hard not to compare yourself to the Joneses.