How to Pronounce "genghis"
word
ˈdʒɛŋhɪs
JENG-his
ˈɡeŋɡɪs
GEN-gis
Definition
Genghis refers to Genghis Khan, the founder and first Great Khan of the Mongol Empire, who lived from about 1162 to 1227. He is known for uniting the Mongol tribes and creating the largest contiguous empire in history.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdʒɛŋhɪs
British English
ˈɡeŋɡɪs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
JENG-his
UK
GEN-gis
Listen in Context
Genghis was the leader of the Mongol Empire.
People still study Genghis in history classes.
Genghis united many tribes in Asia.
Many people use the name Genghis as a symbol of unstoppable leadership.