How to Pronounce "hijacks"
word
ˈhaɪˌdʒæk
HY-jak
hˈaɪdʒæks
HY-jaks
Definition
Takes control of a vehicle, plane, or something else by force, often illegally. Can also mean taking over something (like a meeting or a process) unexpectedly.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhaɪˌdʒæk
British English
hˈaɪdʒæks
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HY-jak
UK
HY-jaks
Listen in Context
He hijacks a bus in the movie.
The group hijacks planes in their attacks.
She hijacks the conversation every time.
Every time someone brings up a new topic, he hijacks it and talks about himself.