13 Verbs That Start With "J"
13 curated verbs that start with "J".
Below are 13 verbs that start with "J" in our curated English dictionary. Each entry includes a learner-friendly definition, IPA pronunciation, CEFR difficulty level, and example sentences. Words are sorted by frequency — the most common first. Click any word to view its full dictionary entry with synonyms, collocations, and common mistakes.
Most Common Verbs That Start With "J" (Top 1k)
No top-1k frequency verbs match this combination yet.
Less Common Verbs That Start With "J" (Top 5k+)
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Join /dʒɔɪn/verb A1
To connect things together or to become part of a group or activity.
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Judge /dʒʌdʒ/verb B1
To judge means to make an opinion about someone or something, often deciding if it is good or bad.
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Jump /dʒʌmp/verb A1
To push up into the air with your legs and come back down; to leap.
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Jab /dʒæb/verb B2
To push or hit something suddenly and quickly with a finger or fist
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Jeer /dʒɪər/verb B2
To make fun of someone or laugh at them in a mean way
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Jeopardize /dʒɛpərdaɪz/verb C1
Put something in danger. Create a risk that it might be lost or damaged.
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Jettison /ˈdʒetɪsən/verb C1
To throw something away or get rid of it, especially from a ship or aircraft
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Jolt /dʒoʊlt/verb B2
To shake someone suddenly, or to shock or surprise them
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Jostle /ˈdʒɒsəl/verb C1
To push or shove someone, usually in a crowd
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Jot /dʒɒt/verb B2
To write something quickly and briefly
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Juggle /ˈdʒʌɡəl/verb B2
To keep several things in the air at the same time, or to manage many things together
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Jumble /ˈdʒʌmbəl/verb B2
To mix things up in a messy or confused way
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Juxtapose /ˌdʒʌkstəˈpoʊz/verb C1
Put two different things next to each other on purpose to show how different they are or to make a strong comparison.
How to Use Verbs That Start With "J"
Verbs that start with "J" carry the action of a sentence. For each verb, check the dictionary entry to learn its conjugation pattern — most English verbs are regular (add "-ed" for past tense), but some are irregular and must be memorised individually. Pair the verb with the right tense for the situation: present simple for habits and facts, past simple for completed actions, present perfect for life experience, and present continuous for actions happening now.
Longest Verb That Start With "J"
Put something in danger. Create a risk that it might be lost or damaged.
Frequently Asked Questions About Verbs That Start With "J"
- How many verbs that start with "J"?
- Our curated dictionary lists 13 verbs that start with "J", each with a definition, IPA, CEFR level, and example sentences. The list grows as new entries are reviewed.
- What are the most common verbs that start with "J"?
- Our dictionary does not yet list common Top-1k verbs that start with "J". Browse the full list above for available entries.
- What is verb?
- A verb is a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being. Verbs change form to indicate tense, person, and number.
- What is the longest verb that start with "J"?
- The longest verb that start with "J" in our dictionary is "JEOPARDIZE" (10 letters). Tap the word to see its full entry.