How to Pronounce Descends

To pronounce "descends", say DESC-ends — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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💡 Tip for remembering “descends”

"descends" has 2 syllables: desc-ends. It rhymes with contends and amends, if that helps it stick.

What does descends mean?

verb

To pass from a higher to a lower place; to move downwards; to come or go down in any way, for example by falling, flowing, walking, climbing etc.
“The rain descended, and the floods came.”
To enter mentally; to retire.

Synonyms

go down

Antonyms

ascend go up

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Words that rhyme with descends

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contends amends ascends extends commends transcends befriends portends ends dividends bookends defends

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "descends"?▾

"Descends" has 2 syllables: desc · ends.

What does "descends" mean?▾

Descends: To pass from a higher to a lower place; to move downwards; to come or go down in any way, for example by falling, flowing, walking, climbing etc.

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