How to Pronounce Depend

To pronounce "depend", say DEP-end — 2 syllables, IPA /dɪˈpɛnd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/dɪˈpɛnd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “depend”

"depend" has 2 syllables: dep-end. It rhymes with contend and comprehend, if that helps it stick.

What does depend mean?

verb

  1. (followed by on or upon, formerly also by of) To be contingent or conditioned; to have something as a necessary condition; to hinge on.

    “We would like to go skiing, but it depends on the amount of snow.”

  2. (followed by on or upon) To trust; to have confidence; to rely.

    “we depend on the mailman to come at the usual time.”

Words that rhyme with depend

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

contendcomprehendapprehendtranscendcommendcondescendattendportendmendfriendextendbend

Related words

relytrustentrustaccreditfunctionapproverequireneed

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "depend"?▾

"Depend" has 2 syllables: dep · end.

What is the IPA transcription of "depend"?▾

The IPA transcription of "depend" is /dɪˈpɛnd/.

What does "depend" mean?▾

Depend: (followed by on or upon, formerly also by of) To be contingent or conditioned; to have something as a necessary condition; to hinge on.

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