How to pronounce gerund
Say it like JER-und. Gerund has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JER).
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US American/ˈdʒɛrənd/JER-und
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- JER
- und
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gerund pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- JERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- undKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
What does gerund mean?
noun
- A verbal form that functions as a verbal noun.
- In some languages such as Dutch, Italian or Russian, a verbal form similar to a present participle, but functioning as an adverb to form adverbial phrases or continuous tense.
Where does gerund come from?
Learned borrowing from Latin gerundium, from gerendus (“which is to be carried out”), future passive participle (gerundive) of gerō (“carry, bear”).
Words that rhyme with gerund
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Questions about saying gerund
How do you pronounce gerund?
Say JER-und. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʒɛrənd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gerund?
Gerund has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JER). Broken into parts: JER · und.