How to Pronounce Gentian

To pronounce "gentian", say GENT-ian — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈdʒɛn(t)ʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈdʒɛn(t)ʃən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “gentian”

"gentian" has 2 syllables: gent-ian. It rhymes with apprehension and contention, if that helps it stick.

What does gentian mean?

noun

  1. Any of various herbs of the family Gentianaceae found in temperate and mountainous regions with violet or blue flowers.
  2. The dried roots and rhizome of a European gentian (Gentiana lutea), used as a tonic.

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Words that rhyme with gentian

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apprehensioncontentioncondescensionconventioncomprehensionretentiondissensionpretensiontensiondimensioninventionmisapprehension

Related words

violetfringedgentianellagentiocyanin

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gentian"?▾

"Gentian" has 2 syllables: gent · ian.

What is the IPA transcription of "gentian"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gentian" is /ˈdʒɛn(t)ʃən/.

What does "gentian" mean?▾

Gentian: Any of various herbs of the family Gentianaceae found in temperate and mountainous regions with violet or blue flowers.

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