How to Pronounce Gelding

To pronounce "gelding", say GELD-ing — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɡɛldɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɡɛldɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “gelding”

"gelding" has 2 syllables: geld-ing. It rhymes with welding and melding, if that helps it stick.

What does gelding mean?

verb

  1. To castrate a male (usually an animal).
  2. To deprive of anything essential; to weaken.

noun

  1. A castrated male horse.
  2. Any castrated male animal.

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Words that rhyme with gelding

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weldingmeldingspeldingbeldingelding

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gelding"?▾

"Gelding" has 2 syllables: geld · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "gelding"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gelding" is /ˈɡɛldɪŋ/.

What does "gelding" mean?▾

Gelding: To castrate a male (usually an animal).

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