English pronunciation · Words Starting with G
Gerry Pronunciation
Gerry is pronounced JE-ree, IPA /ˈdʒɛri/.
JE-ree
US /ˈdʒɛri/
Syllables: JE · ree (2 syllables, stress on syllable 1)
proper noun (a name): A short form of Gerald, Gerard, or Geraldine.
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Gerry in a Sentence
- Gerry drove the van down from Leeds.
- Ask Gerry about the booking.
- Gerry and his sister took over the shop.
Common Mispronunciations of Gerry
Not GE-ree
Soften the opening g to a j, which is what the e behind it calls for.
Not JEE-ree
Shorten that first vowel to the e of bed. A long ee turns the name towards Geary.
Tip: Spelled with a G the name shortens Gerald or Gerard, and spelled with a J it shortens Jerome or Jeremy. Nothing in the sound separates them.
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