jerky
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈdʒɜːr.ki/
KK: /ˈdʒɜrki/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that moves in a sudden, uneven way or has abrupt changes.
Example
The car took a jerky turn as it navigated the sharp corner.
Conversation
Did you see that movie with the jerky plot twists?
Yeah, it was so hard to follow at times!
I know, right? It felt like the story was all over the place.
Exactly! They really could have done better with the pacing.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
jumpy
abrupt
unsteady
Antonyms
smooth
steady
continuous
noun
Definition
A type of dried meat that has been cured and seasoned, often eaten as a snack.
Example
I packed some beef jerky for our hiking trip.
Conversation
Have you ever tried jerky?
Yeah, I love it! It's such a great snack.
I just bought a bag of spicy jerky from the store.
Root Explanation
Jerky originates from the Spanish word 'charqui', meaning dried meat. The term refers to meat that has been dried and preserved, often in strips.
Memory Tip
Think of 'charqui' as dried meat, which helps you remember that jerky is a type of preserved meat.
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