How to Pronounce "jam the brakes on"
expression
JAM thuh BRAYKS AWN
JAM thuh BRAYKS ON
Definition
To press the car brakes suddenly and with great force, usually to avoid a collision or stop quickly.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdʒæm/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈbɹeɪks/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
dʒˈæm/ /ðə, ði/ /bɹˈeɪks/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
JAM thuh BRAYKS AWN
UK
JAM thuh BRAYKS ON
Listen in Context
I had to jam the brakes on when a cat ran into the road.
He jammed the brakes on to avoid hitting the car ahead.
Always check your mirrors before you jam the brakes on.
As soon as I saw the traffic light turn red, I jammed the brakes on.