How to Pronounce Generous

To pronounce "generous", say GEN-er-ous — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈdʒɛnɝəs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈdʒɛnɝəs/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/dʒˈɛnəɹəs/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “generous”

Break "generous" into 3 beats and lean on "GEN" — that's the stressed one. It rhymes with venerous and overgenerous, if that helps it stick.

What does generous mean?

adjective

  1. Noble in behaviour or actions; principled, not petty; kind, magnanimous.

    “Thank you for your generous words.”

  2. Willing to give and share unsparingly; showing a readiness to give more (especially money) than is expected or needed.

    “She's been extremely generous with her winnings.”

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Words that rhyme with generous

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

venerousovergenerous

Related words

magnanimousbigheartedbenevolentgivingmunificentunstintingunselfishbounteous

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "generous"?▾

"Generous" has 3 syllables: gen · er · ous.

What is the IPA transcription of "generous"?▾

The IPA transcription of "generous" is /ˈdʒɛnɝəs/.

What does "generous" mean?▾

Generous: Noble in behaviour or actions; principled, not petty; kind, magnanimous.

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