How to Pronounce Defendant

To pronounce "defendant", say DEF-end-ant — 3 syllables, IPA /dɪˈfɛnd.ənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/dɪˈfɛnd.ənt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “defendant”

"defendant" has 3 syllables: def-end-ant. It rhymes with resplendent and transcendent, if that helps it stick.

What does defendant mean?

adjective

  1. Serving, or suitable, for defense; defensive, defending.

Words that rhyme with defendant

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

resplendenttranscendentdependentindependentascendantpendantattendantsplendentdescendantinterdependentdescendentsuperintendent

Related words

accusedsuspectdefencedefensedefenderdetaineeprisonerbuyer

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "defendant"?▾

"Defendant" has 3 syllables: def · end · ant.

What is the IPA transcription of "defendant"?▾

The IPA transcription of "defendant" is /dɪˈfɛnd.ənt/.

What does "defendant" mean?▾

Defendant: Serving, or suitable, for defense; defensive, defending.

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