How to Pronounce Contending

To pronounce "contending", say CONT-end-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

CONT-end-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “contending”

"contending" has 3 syllables: cont-end-ing. It rhymes with condescending and impending, if that helps it stick.

What does contending mean?

verb

  1. To strive in opposition; to contest; to dispute; to vie; to quarrel; to fight.
  2. To struggle or exert oneself to obtain or retain possession of, or to defend.

noun

  1. Contention

Synonyms

assertavercombatfightopposeviecontestdebate

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Words that rhyme with contending

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

condescendingimpendingascendingtendingpendingdescendingintendingunendingblendingunbendingattendingpretending

Related words

competitivecompetitorydisputingarguingfeudingcompetingstrugglingopposing

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "contending"?▾

"Contending" has 3 syllables: cont · end · ing.

What does "contending" mean?▾

Contending: To strive in opposition; to contest; to dispute; to vie; to quarrel; to fight.

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