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jam

Pronunciation: [dʒæm]

Word

Learn how to use jam in a sentence: 12 audio examples across 4 meanings.

Context: “food”

(noun) a sweet spread made from fruit and sugar, usually eaten on bread. People enjoy jam on toast or in desserts.

Example

I love spreading strawberry jam on my toast in the morning.

Example

I didn't like the grape jam because it was too sweet for me.

Example

What kind of jam do you like to put on your sandwiches?

Context: “traffic”

(noun) a situation where cars are stuck and cannot move. This often happens when a lot of cars are on the road at the same time.

Example

We were late because we got caught in a traffic jam on the way to school.

Example

There was no traffic jam this morning, so I got to work on time.

Example

Is there a traffic jam on the main road today?

Context: “obstruction”

(verb) to block something or make it difficult for things to move smoothly. Like when too many things are in a way and you can't get through.

Example

They decided to jam the door so no one could enter.

Example

He didn't jam the printer; it worked perfectly all day.

Example

Can you jam the box into that small space?

Context: “music”

(verb) to play music together with friends in a fun, informal way. Usually done with instruments like guitars and drums.

Example

We like to jam in the garage every Saturday afternoon.

Example

They didn't jam together last week because they were too busy.

Example

Do you want to jam with us this weekend?

How to pronounce jam

Pronunciation: [dʒæm]

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