How to Pronounce "genies"
word
ˈdʒini
JEE-neez
dʒˈɛnɪz
jeh-NEEZ
Definition
Genies are magical beings in stories who can grant wishes, often living in lamps or bottles. They are famous in Middle Eastern folklore and popular in tales like 'Aladdin.'
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdʒini
British English
dʒˈɛnɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
JEE-neez
UK
jeh-NEEZ
Listen in Context
The old lamp was said to contain two genies.
Many stories talk about genies who grant wishes.
Children love reading about magical genies.
Did you know that in some tales, genies can be tricky instead of helpful?