How to Pronounce Attended

To pronounce "attended", say ATT-end-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /əˈtɛndɪd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/əˈtɛndɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “attended”

"attended" has 3 syllables: att-end-ed. It rhymes with extended and splendid, if that helps it stick.

What does attended mean?

verb

  1. To set on fire; kindle.
  2. To take or catch fire.

verb

  1. To listen to (something or someone); to pay attention to; regard; heed.
  2. To listen (to, unto).

adjective

  1. Attending

Synonyms

noticepay attentiontake heedbehearheedmarkbestand

Words that rhyme with attended

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

extendedsplendidcontendedintendedexpendedunintendedapprehendedamendedcomprehendedpretendedsuspendeddistended

Related words

accompaniedcared-forattendeeattendanceinvolvementparticipantparticipationparticipate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "attended"?▾

"Attended" has 3 syllables: att · end · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "attended"?▾

The IPA transcription of "attended" is /əˈtɛndɪd/.

What does "attended" mean?▾

Attended: To set on fire; kindle.

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