How to Pronounce Defended

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

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/dɪˈfɛndɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “defended”

"defended" has 3 syllables: def-end-ed. It rhymes with extended and splendid, if that helps it stick.

What does defended mean?

verb

  1. To ward off attacks against; to fight to protect; to guard.
  2. To support by words or writing; to vindicate, talk in favour of.

Antonyms

attack

Words that rhyme with defended

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

extendedsplendidcontendedintendedexpendedunintendedapprehendedamendedattendedcomprehendedpretendedsuspended

Related words

guardholdchampionmaintainsupportfightrepresentoppose

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "defended"?▾

"Defended" has 3 syllables: def · end · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "defended"?▾

The IPA transcription of "defended" is /dɪˈfɛndɪd/.

What does "defended" mean?▾

Defended: To ward off attacks against; to fight to protect; to guard.

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