How to pronounce genially
Say it like JEE-nee-uh-lee. Genially has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JEE).
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- JEE
- nee
- uh
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Genially pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- JEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- neeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of genially
American and British speakers say genially in essentially the same way: /ˈdʒiniəli/ in the US and /ˈdʒiːniəli/ in the UK.
British respelling: JEE-nee-uh-lee.
What does genially mean?
- In a genial manner; gaily; cheerfully.
Where does genially come from?
From genial + -ly.
Questions about saying genially
How do you pronounce genially?
Say JEE-nee-uh-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʒiniəli/. In British English it is /ˈdʒiːniəli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in genially?
Genially has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JEE). Broken into parts: JEE · nee · uh · lee.
Do Americans and Brits say genially the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈdʒiniəli/ and the British form is /ˈdʒiːniəli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.