How Do You Spell JACKAROO?

Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈakɐɹˌuː] (IPA)

The word "Jackaroo" is a noun that refers to a young man working as a ranch hand in Australia. Its spelling is based on the phonetic transcription using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) which is /ˈdʒækəruː/. The pronunciation of the word is quite straightforward, with the emphasis on the first syllable, "Jack", and a long "oo" sound at the end. The word "Jackaroo" is widely used in Australian English, and has come to be associated with the traditional image of rugged, hard-working ranch hands.

Common Misspellings for JACKAROO

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Etymology of JACKAROO

The word "Jackaroo" is primarily used in Australian English to refer to a young man working as a trainee on a sheep or cattle station.

The term "Jackaroo" originated in Australia in the mid-19th century and is believed to be derived from two components. The first part "Jack" is a common nickname for a male, similar to "John" or "Jackie". It was commonly used to refer to a fellow, a hand, or a worker in vernacular English at that time. The second component "aroo" is an Australian English colloquialism often added to nicknames, indicating a form of association or occupation. For example, a "swaggie" is a person associated with carrying a swag (a portable bedroll), and a "larrikin" is a person known for their mischievous behavior.

Plural form of JACKAROO is JACKAROOS