herky-jerky

== English == === Etymology === (This etymology is missing or incomplete. Please add to it, or discuss it at the Etymology scriptorium.) === Pronunciation === (Received Pronunciation) IPA(key): /ˈhəːkiˌd͡ʒəːki/ (US) IPA(key): /ˈhɚkiˌd͡ʒɚki/ === Adjective === herky-jerky (comparative more herky-jerky, superlative most herky-jerky) (Canada, US, informal) Having an irregular spasmodic movement.