How to Pronounce Geniculate

To pronounce "geniculate", say GEN-ic-ul-at-e — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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10

Letters

GEN-ic-ul-at-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “geniculate”

"geniculate" has 5 syllables: gen-ic-ul-at-e.

What does geniculate mean?

verb

  1. To form joints or knots on.

adjective

  1. Bent abruptly, with the structure of a knee.

    “a geniculate stem; a geniculate ganglion; a geniculate twin crystal”

  2. Having kneelike joints; able to bend at an abrupt angle.

Related words

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How many syllables are in "geniculate"?▾

"Geniculate" has 5 syllables: gen · ic · ul · at · e.

What does "geniculate" mean?▾

Geniculate: To form joints or knots on.

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