How to Pronounce Contravene

To pronounce "contravene", say CONTR-av-en-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌkɒn.tɹəˈviːn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˌkɒn.tɹəˈviːn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “contravene”

"contravene" has 4 syllables: contr-av-en-e. It rhymes with keen and obscene, if that helps it stick.

What does contravene mean?

verb

  1. To act contrary to an order; to fail to conform to a regulation or obligation.
  2. To deny the truth of something.

Synonyms

breachbreakinfringeviolatecontradictcontrovertdisputegainsay

Words that rhyme with contravene

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

keenobscenemeanbyzantinelibertinecareenleandemeanpreengleanteenscene

Related words

negateinfringecontradictconflictcontraventionviolateviolateddeny

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "contravene"?▾

"Contravene" has 4 syllables: contr · av · en · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "contravene"?▾

The IPA transcription of "contravene" is /ˌkɒn.tɹəˈviːn/.

What does "contravene" mean?▾

Contravene: To act contrary to an order; to fail to conform to a regulation or obligation.

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