How to pronounce gennaker
Say it like JEN-uh-ker. Gennaker has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JEN).
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- JEN
- uh
- ker
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gennaker 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.
- kerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of gennaker
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: JEN-uh-kuh.
What does gennaker mean?
- A sail having characteristics of a genoa and a spinnaker.
Where does gennaker come from?
Blend of genoa + spinnaker.
Questions about saying gennaker
How do you pronounce gennaker?
Say JEN-uh-ker. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʒɛnəkər/. In British English it is /ˈdʒɛnəkə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gennaker?
Gennaker has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JEN). Broken into parts: JEN · uh · ker.
Is gennaker pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈdʒɛnəkə/ (JEN-uh-kuh).