How to Pronounce “Gene”
To properly pronounce the word “gene,” follow these steps:
- Place your tongue on the roof of your mouth, just behind the front teeth.
- Begin with the “zh” sound like the “s” in “treasure” or the “g” in “genre.”
- Immediately transition to the long “ee” sound as in “she” or “tree.”
- Next, pronounce the “n” sound as in “no” or “never.”
- Finally, finish the word with a short “uh” sound as in “cup” or “hut.”
Putting it all together, the correct pronunciation of “gene” should sound like “zhēn” or “jeen.”