How to Pronounce "carjacking"
word
ˈkɑɹˌdʒækɪŋ
KAR-jak-ing
kˈɑːdʒækɪŋ
KAH-jak-ing
Definition
The act of stealing someone's car by force or threat, usually while the driver is present.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɑɹˌdʒækɪŋ
British English
kˈɑːdʒækɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAR-jak-ing
UK
KAH-jak-ing
Listen in Context
The police are investigating a carjacking near the mall.
He was the victim of a carjacking.
Carjacking is a serious crime in many cities.
After hearing about the carjacking on the news, I got nervous about parking alone at night.