word
jeté
zheh-TAY
ʒəˈteɪListen
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Syllable breakdown
jeté
Sounds like
Say 'zheh-TAY' — the 'j' is a French 'zh' sound.
Dictionary meaning
A jump in ballet from one foot to the other, often in a series.
History and origin
French — 'jeter' (to throw).
Examples
- The dancer's grand jeté across the stage drew a gasp from the audience.
Common mispronunciations
JEH-tayjeh-TAY
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