How to Pronounce Generals

To pronounce "generals", say GEN-er-als — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈd͡ʒɛn(ə)ɹəlz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈd͡ʒɛn(ə)ɹəlz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “generals”

"generals" has 3 syllables: gen-er-als.

What does generals mean?

noun

  1. A general fact or proposition; a generality.

    “We have dealt with the generals; now let us turn to the particulars.”

  2. The holder of a senior military title, originally designating the commander of an army and now a specific rank falling under field marshal (in the British army) and below general of the army or general of the air force in the US army and air forces.

verb

  1. To lead (soldiers) as a general.

Related words

genericgeneral-purposegeneralizedall-purposeoverallcomprehensivewidespreadsystemic

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "generals"?▾

"Generals" has 3 syllables: gen · er · als.

What is the IPA transcription of "generals"?▾

The IPA transcription of "generals" is /ˈd͡ʒɛn(ə)ɹəlz/.

What does "generals" mean?▾

Generals: A general fact or proposition; a generality.

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