How to Pronounce "genteel"
word
dʒɛnˈtiɫ
jen-TEEL
dʒˈɛntiːl
jen-TEEL
Definition
Describes someone, or their manners and appearance, as polite, refined, and often a little formal or old-fashioned.
IPA Transcription
American English
dʒɛnˈtiɫ
British English
dʒˈɛntiːl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
jen-TEEL
UK
jen-TEEL
Listen in Context
Her genteel manners made a good impression at the dinner.
He spoke in a genteel and quiet voice.
The old house had a genteel look from the outside.
She always tries to act genteel, even when she’s annoyed.