How to Pronounce "jollies"
word
ˈdʒɑɫiz
JAH-leez
dʒˈɒliz
JOL-leez
Definition
'Jollies' is an informal, sometimes slang term meaning fun, enjoyment, or amusement, especially what someone gets for personal pleasure or excitement.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdʒɑɫiz
British English
dʒˈɒliz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
JAH-leez
UK
JOL-leez
Listen in Context
He tells jokes just to get his jollies.
Some people play pranks for their own jollies.
Kids get their jollies jumping in puddles after rain.
He gets his jollies out of annoying his little sister.