How to Pronounce "jump ship"
expression
ˈdʒəmp/ /ˈʃɪp
JUMP ship
dʒˈʌmp/ /ʃˈɪp
jump SHIP
Definition
To leave a group, organization, or situation suddenly, usually to join another or avoid trouble. Originally referred to sailors leaving their ship without permission.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdʒəmp/ /ˈʃɪp
British English
dʒˈʌmp/ /ʃˈɪp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
JUMP ship
UK
jump SHIP
Listen in Context
He decided to jump ship and join another company.
Three players jumped ship before the finals.
Why did you jump ship so quickly?
Lots of staff are jumping ship to competitors after the new policy.