How to Pronounce Content

To pronounce "content", say CONT-ent — 2 syllables, IPA /kənˈtɛnt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

7

Letters

/kənˈtɛnt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “content”

"content" has 2 syllables: cont-ent. It rhymes with lament and augment, if that helps it stick.

What does content mean?

noun

  1. (except in phrases) Satisfaction, contentment; pleasure.

verb

  1. To give contentment or satisfaction; to satisfy; to make happy.

    “You can't have any more - you'll have to content yourself with what you already have.”

  2. To satisfy the expectations of; to pay; to requite

adjective

  1. Satisfied

Synonyms

contentedpleasedsatisfied

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Words that rhyme with content

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

lamentaugmentpresentdiscontentdissenttormentassentrepentcircumventrepresentmalcontentrelent

Related words

satisfiedhappycomplacentself-satisfiedsmugsubjectcapacityeasygoing

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "content"?▾

"Content" has 2 syllables: cont · ent.

What is the IPA transcription of "content"?▾

The IPA transcription of "content" is /kənˈtɛnt/.

What does "content" mean?▾

Content: (except in phrases) Satisfaction, contentment; pleasure.

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