How to Pronounce Bender

To pronounce "bender", say BEND-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbɛndə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈbɛndə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “bender”

"bender" has 2 syllables: bend-er. It rhymes with tender and render, if that helps it stick.

What does bender mean?

noun

One who, or that which, bends.
A device to aid bending of pipes to a specific angle.

interjection

(British slang) Used to express disbelief or doubt at what one has just heard.
(British slang) Used to indicate that the previous phrase was meant sarcastically or ironically.
“O yes, I'll do it — bender!”

Synonyms

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Words that rhyme with bender

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

tender render splendor slender engender surrender pretender vendor contender fender offender transgender

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bender"?▾

"Bender" has 2 syllables: bend · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "bender"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bender" is /ˈbɛndə/.

What does "bender" mean?▾

Bender: One who, or that which, bends.

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