How to pronounce genal
Say it like JEN-ul. Genal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JEN).
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- JEN
- ul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Genal pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- JENSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of genal
American and British speakers say genal in essentially the same way: /ˈdʒɛnəl/ in the US and /ˈdʒɛnəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: JEN-ul.
What does genal mean?
- Of or relating to the cheeks
Where does genal come from?
From Latin gena (“cheek”) + -al.
Words that rhyme with genal
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of genal.
Words that sound like genal
Questions about saying genal
How do you pronounce genal?
Say JEN-ul. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʒɛnəl/. In British English it is /ˈdʒɛnəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in genal?
Genal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JEN). Broken into parts: JEN · ul.
Do Americans and Brits say genal the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈdʒɛnəl/ and the British form is /ˈdʒɛnəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as genal?
Genal sounds the same as gentle in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.