How to Pronounce "gentle"
word
/ˈdʒɛnəɫ/
JEN-tuhl
/dʒˈɛntəl/
JEN-tuhl
Definition
Kind, calm, and not rough or harsh. It can describe a person, a touch, a voice, weather, or any action that is soft and careful.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈdʒɛnəɫ/
British English
/dʒˈɛntəl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
JEN-tuhl
UK
JEN-tuhl
Listen in Context
She has a gentle voice.
Be gentle with the baby.
A gentle rain started in the afternoon.
He gave the dog a gentle pat on the head.