How to pronounce genitals
Say it like JEN-uh-tulz. Genitals has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JEN).
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- JEN
- uh
- tulz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Genitals 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.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- tulzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of genitals
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: JEN-uh-tulz.
What does genitals mean?
- external sex organ
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Questions about saying genitals
How do you pronounce genitals?
Say JEN-uh-tulz. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʒɛnətəlz/. In British English it is /ˈdʒɛnətəlz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in genitals?
Genitals has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JEN). Broken into parts: JEN · uh · tulz.
Is genitals pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈdʒɛnətəlz/ (JEN-uh-tulz).