How to Pronounce Gentry

To pronounce "gentry", say GENTRY — one syllable, IPA /ˈdʒɛntɹi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/ˈdʒɛntɹi/

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💡 Tip for remembering “gentry”

"gentry" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with sentry and supplementary, if that helps it stick.

What does gentry mean?

noun

  1. Birth; condition; rank by birth.
  2. Courtesy; civility; complaisance.

Synonyms

the Qualitythe quality

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Words that rhyme with gentry

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sentrysupplementaryelementaryentrycomplementarycentrycentricentri-

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gentry"?▾

"Gentry" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "gentry"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gentry" is /ˈdʒɛntɹi/.

What does "gentry" mean?▾

Gentry: Birth; condition; rank by birth.

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