How to Pronounce "gelding"
word
ˈɡɛldɪŋ
GEL-ding
ɡˈɛldɪŋ
gel-DING
Definition
A gelding is a male horse that has been castrated, meaning it cannot reproduce. Geldings are often calmer and easier to handle than stallions.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɛldɪŋ
British English
ɡˈɛldɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GEL-ding
UK
gel-DING
Listen in Context
The gelding stood quietly in the stable.
A gelding cannot father foals.
The farm has three geldings and two mares.
My favorite horse to ride is a gentle gelding named Max.