English Expression · Intermediate
jump ship
To depart from a ship, especially without permission
Pronunciation: say jump ship
Meaning
To depart from a ship, especially without permission.
Example
As soon as the battleship docked in Singapore, Roger jumped ship, never to return.
As soon as the battleship docked in Singapore, Roger jumped ship, never to return.
Practice tips
- Practice jump ship out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.