How to Pronounce "gently"
word
/ˈdʒɛntɫi/
JENT-lee
/dʒˈɛntli/
JENT-lee
Definition
In a soft, calm, or careful way, without force or sudden movement. It can describe how someone touches, speaks, moves, or handles something.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈdʒɛntɫi/
British English
/dʒˈɛntli/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
JENT-lee
UK
JENT-lee
Listen in Context
Please open the box gently.
She gently held the baby.
The wind moved the leaves gently.
He gently reminded me that the deadline was today.