How to Pronounce Contender

To pronounce "contender", say CONT-end-er — 3 syllables, IPA /kənˈtɛn.dɚ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/kənˈtɛn.dɚ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “contender”

"contender" has 3 syllables: cont-end-er. It rhymes with tender and render, if that helps it stick.

What does contender mean?

noun

  1. Someone who competes with one or more other people.
  2. Someone who has a viable chance of winning a competition.

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Words that rhyme with contender

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

tenderrendersplendorslenderengendersurrenderpretendervendorbenderfenderoffendertransgender

Related words

challengercompetitioncompetitorrivalchampioncontestantopponentaspirant

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "contender"?▾

"Contender" has 3 syllables: cont · end · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "contender"?▾

The IPA transcription of "contender" is /kənˈtɛn.dɚ/.

What does "contender" mean?▾

Contender: Someone who competes with one or more other people.

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