How to pronounce georgette
Say it like jor-JET. Georgette has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (JET).
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- jor
- JET
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Georgette pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- jorKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- JETSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of georgette
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: jaw-JET.
What does georgette mean?
- A thin lightweight silk or cotton fabric with a matte finish.
Where does georgette come from?
From French georgette, named after Georgette de la Plante, French dressmaker.
Words that rhyme with georgette
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of georgette.
Questions about saying georgette
How do you pronounce georgette?
Say jor-JET. The American pronunciation is /dʒɔrˈdʒɛt/. In British English it is /dʒɔːˈdʒɛt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in georgette?
Georgette has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (JET). Broken into parts: jor · JET.
Is georgette 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 /dʒɔːˈdʒɛt/ (jaw-JET).