How to Pronounce "general"
word
/ˈdʒɛnɝəɫ/, /ˈdʒɛnɹəɫ/
JEN-ruh-uhl, JEN-ruhl
/dʒˈɛnəɹəl/
JEN-uh-ruhl
Definition
Describes something that is not specific or detailed, but applies broadly to most cases. It also means a high-ranking military officer.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈdʒɛnɝəɫ/, /ˈdʒɛnɹəɫ/
British English
/dʒˈɛnəɹəl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
JEN-ruh-uhl, JEN-ruhl
UK
JEN-uh-ruhl
Listen in Context
He gave a general answer to the question.
The general is leading the army.
In general, people like music.
I just wanted a general idea of your plan, not every detail.