To pronounce "despondent", say DESP-ond-ent — 3 syllables, IPA /dɪˈspɒndənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/dɪˈspɒndənt/
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"despondent" has 3 syllables: desp-ond-ent. It rhymes with correspondent and respondent, if that helps it stick.
adjective
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"Despondent" has 3 syllables: desp · ond · ent.
The IPA transcription of "despondent" is /dɪˈspɒndənt/.
Despondent: In low spirits from loss of hope or courage.
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