How to Pronounce Genteel

To pronounce "genteel", say GENT-eel — 2 syllables, IPA /dʒɛnˈtiːl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/dʒɛnˈtiːl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “genteel”

"genteel" has 2 syllables: gent-eel. It rhymes with zeal and puerile, if that helps it stick.

What does genteel mean?

adjective

  1. Affectedly proper or refined; somewhat prudish refinement; excessively polite.
  2. Polite and well-mannered.

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Words that rhyme with genteel

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

zealpuerilerevealkeelpealsurrealfeelappealheeldealsquealordeal

Related words

politeculturedcultivatedcivilizedrefineddistinguishedniceproper

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "genteel"?▾

"Genteel" has 2 syllables: gent · eel.

What is the IPA transcription of "genteel"?▾

The IPA transcription of "genteel" is /dʒɛnˈtiːl/.

What does "genteel" mean?▾

Genteel: Affectedly proper or refined; somewhat prudish refinement; excessively polite.

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