How to Pronounce "gentlewomen"
word
JEN-uhl-WIM-uhn
JEN-tuhl-WIM-in
Definition
'Gentlewomen' is the plural of 'gentlewoman', a historical term for women of high social standing, especially in noble or upper-class families. It can also refer to women who act with grace, manners, and dignity.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdʒɛnəɫˌwɪmən/, /ˈdʒɛntəɫˌwɪmən
British English
dʒˈɛntəlwˌɪmɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
JEN-uhl-WIM-uhn
UK
JEN-tuhl-WIM-in
Listen in Context
In the old castle, many gentlewomen lived alongside the queen.
The gentlewomen helped organize the royal banquet.
There were five gentlewomen waiting in the court.
The play featured several gentlewomen who served Lady Macbeth.