How to Pronounce "in a jam"
expression
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈdʒæm
IN-uh-JAM
ˈɪn/ /æɪ/ /dʒˈæm
IN-uh-JAM
Definition
If you are "in a jam," you are in a difficult or problematic situation, often needing help to get out.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈdʒæm
British English
ˈɪn/ /æɪ/ /dʒˈæm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
IN-uh-JAM
UK
IN-uh-JAM
Listen in Context
I'm really in a jam and need some help.
She was in a jam when her car broke down.
If you ever find yourself in a jam, call me.
We're both in a jam now that we lost the tickets.