How to Pronounce Dependant

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

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/dɪˈpɛndənt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “dependant”

"dependant" has 3 syllables: dep-end-ant.

What does dependant mean?

noun

  1. A person who depends on another for support, particularly financial support (= US dependent).

adjective

  1. Relying upon; depending upon.

    “At that point I was dependent on financial aid for my tuition.”

  2. Having a probability that is affected by the outcome of a separate event.

Antonyms

independent

Related words

dependentqualifiedconditionalhookedaddictedstrung-outdrug-addicteddependence

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dependant"?▾

"Dependant" has 3 syllables: dep · end · ant.

What is the IPA transcription of "dependant"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dependant" is /dɪˈpɛndənt/.

What does "dependant" mean?▾

Dependant: A person who depends on another for support, particularly financial support (= US dependent).

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