How to Pronounce Gerontic

To pronounce "gerontic", say GER-ont-ic — 3 syllables, IPA /dʒɛˈɹɒnt.ɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/dʒɛˈɹɒnt.ɪk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “gerontic”

"gerontic" has 3 syllables: ger-ont-ic. It rhymes with marantic, if that helps it stick.

What does gerontic mean?

adjective

  1. Of or pertaining to old age or the elderly.
  2. Of or pertaining to senescent animals or plants.

Words that rhyme with gerontic

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

marantic

Related words

gerontologicalgeriatricsenilegerontocraticgerontologicpsychogerontologicalgerontotherapeuticgerontophilic

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gerontic"?▾

"Gerontic" has 3 syllables: ger · ont · ic.

What is the IPA transcription of "gerontic"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gerontic" is /dʒɛˈɹɒnt.ɪk/.

What does "gerontic" mean?▾

Gerontic: Of or pertaining to old age or the elderly.

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