Genre is pronounced ZHAHN-rə (IPA /ˈʒɑːnrə/). Start with the soft 'zh' as in 'measure', then 'ruh' ending.
IPA: /ˈʒɑːnrə/
Syllables: ZHAHN · rə
Common ESL mistake: Learners say 'JEN-ray' using /dʒ/ instead of /ʒ/.
Tip: Start with the soft 'zh' as in 'measure', then 'ruh' ending.