How to Pronounce "Genre"
Medium🌐 French word
IPA
ˈʒɒnrə
Syllables:
gen·re
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What does "Genre" mean?
nounA category of artistic composition characterized by similarities in form, style, or subject matter.
Example:
"She loves to read books from various genres, especially fantasy and science fiction."
Origin of "Genre"
From French genre meaning kind or sort, from Latin genus.
How to Say "Genre"
🗣️ Step by Step
Break it down into two syllables: say 'ZHON' (like 'John' but with a 'Z' sound) and then 'ruh' (like 'ruh' in 'rub'). Stress the first syllable, so it sounds like 'ZHON-ruh'.
⚠️ Common Mistake
The most common mistake is pronouncing it 'jen-er' instead of 'ZHON-ruh', likely due to confusion with its English appearance.
💬 Example
She loves to read books from various genres, especially fantasy and science fiction.
Frequently asked questions
How do you pronounce Genre?
Genre is pronounced ˈʒɒnrə. Click the audio button above to hear the correct pronunciation in American, British, and Australian English.
Is Genre hard to pronounce?
Genre is considered medium to pronounce. The IPA phonetic transcription is ˈʒɒnrə.
What language is Genre from?
Genre originates from French. From French genre meaning kind or sort, from Latin genus.