Gentleman
9 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
A chivalrous, courteous, or honourable man, or historically, a man of good social position. Gentleman connotes refined behaviour and respectability.
“The elderly gentleman held the door open for others entering the building.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈʤɛntlmən/
Syllables
gen·tle·man
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Wordle
Three E's and two N's; compound GENTLE + MAN pattern
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Scrabble
Worth 12 points; M (3pts) and double N add moderate value
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