How to Pronounce "jolt"
word
/ˈdʒoʊɫt/
JOHLT
/dʒˈəʊlt/
JOHLT
Definition
A jolt is a sudden strong movement or shock, or something that surprises or startles you. It can be physical, like a bump, or emotional, like sudden news.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈdʒoʊɫt/
British English
/dʒˈəʊlt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
JOHLT
UK
JOHLT
Listen in Context
The sudden stop gave me a jolt.
He felt a jolt of excitement when he won.
The earthquake caused a strong jolt.
That news gave me quite a jolt this morning.