How to pronounce gerontic
Say it like jeh-RON-tik. Gerontic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (RON).
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- jeh
- RON
- tik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gerontic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- jehKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- RONSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- tikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of gerontic
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: jeh-RON-tik.
What does gerontic mean?
- Of or pertaining to old age or the elderly.
- Of or pertaining to senescent animals or plants.
Where does gerontic come from?
First attested in the late 19th century.
Words that rhyme with gerontic
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of gerontic.
Questions about saying gerontic
How do you pronounce gerontic?
Say jeh-RON-tik. The American pronunciation is /dʒɛˈrɑntɪk/. In British English it is /dʒɛˈrɒntɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gerontic?
Gerontic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (RON). Broken into parts: jeh · RON · tik.
Is gerontic pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /dʒɛˈrɒntɪk/ (jeh-RON-tik).