About "jog"
How to Split "jog" into Syllables
The word jog is divided into 1 syllables: jog. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.
📝 Syllable Breakdown
- jog — 1st syllable
🔊 Pronunciation Guide
The phonetic transcription of jog:
- IPA: /d͡ʒɒɡ/
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📖 Definitions
- An energetic trot, slower than a run, often used as a form of exercise.
- In card tricks, one or more cards that are secretly made to protrude slightly from the deck as an aid to the performer.
📚 Word Origin & History
Clipping of English Jogi. Of uncertain origin. Originally with the meaning of "to shake up and down." Possibly from Middle English joggen, a variant of jaggen (“to pierce, prod, stir up, arouse”); see jag (“sharp projection”). Or, perhaps an early alteration of English shog (“to jolt, shake; depart, go”), from Middle English shoggen, schoggen (“to shake up and down, jog”), from Middle Dutch schocken (“to jolt, bounce”) or Middle Low German schoggen, schocken (“to shog”),...
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- Correct pronunciation — Knowing syllable structure ensures accurate speech
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📊 Similar Words Comparison
Compare jog with related words to understand syllable patterns:
| Word | Syllables | Division |
|---|---|---|
| jog | 1 | jog |
| jeez | 1 | jeez |
| Josue | 2 | jo-sue |
| joky | 2 | jo-ky |
| joyous | 2 | joy-ous |
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