Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnɪtə͡lz] (IPA) 
The word "genitals" is spelled with a hard G and a soft E, like "je" in "jeans". The stress is on the first syllable, which is pronounced "JEN". The second syllable is pronounced "uh-tuls". The vowel in the second syllable is a schwa, which is the unstressed "uh" sound, like in the word "sofa". The final consonant cluster in the word is "-tals", which is pronounced with a light L sound followed by a soft S sound.
Genitals refer to the external reproductive organs that are present in both males and females. These organs have a crucial role in sexual reproduction and the overall reproductive process. In males, the genitals include the penis, testicles, and associated structures. The penis is an external organ responsible for the transfer of sperm during sexual intercourse, while the testicles produce sperm and the male sex hormone, testosterone. Additionally, other structures such as the scrotum, prostate gland, and seminal vesicles contribute to the production, storage, and release of sperm.
In females, the genitals consist of the external organs such as the vulva, clitoris, and labia, as well as the internal organs like the vagina, uterus, and ovaries. The vulva is the collective term for the external female genitalia, which includes the labia majora and labia minora. The clitoris is a highly sensitive organ involved in sexual pleasure. The vagina is a muscular canal connecting the uterus to the external opening, and it serves as the passage for both sexual intercourse and childbirth. The uterus is the organ where a fertilized egg implants and develops into a fetus. The ovaries produce eggs and the female sex hormones, estrogen, and progesterone.
Overall, the genitals are significant parts of the human reproductive system, playing essential roles in procreation, sexual response, and hormone production.
The organs of generation, the reproductive organs.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
In animals, the external organs of generation.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word "genitals" originated from the Latin term "genitalis", which is derived from the Latin word "genitus", meaning "begotten" or "born". It is related to the Latin word "gignere", meaning "to beget" or "to bring forth". The term "genitalis" was associated with reproductive organs or anything pertaining to reproduction. Over time, this Latin word evolved into the English word "genitals", referring specifically to the external sexual organs.
