How to Pronounce Geriatric

To pronounce "geriatric", say GER-iatr-ic — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

GER-iatr-ic

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💡 Tip for remembering “geriatric”

"geriatric" has 3 syllables: ger-iatr-ic. It rhymes with psychiatric and pediatric, if that helps it stick.

What does geriatric mean?

noun

  1. An old person.

adjective

  1. Relating to the elderly
  2. Elderly, old

Synonyms

genarianoldstersilver tophoarylong in the toothon in years

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Words that rhyme with geriatric

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psychiatricpediatricmatricatracfitzpatrickgilpatrickhatrickkilpatrickkirkpatrickpatrick

Related words

gerontologicalolderelderlyoldageingcgsold-agesenescent

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "geriatric"?▾

"Geriatric" has 3 syllables: ger · iatr · ic.

What does "geriatric" mean?▾

Geriatric: An old person.

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