How to Pronounce Distending

To pronounce "distending", say DIST-end-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

DIST-end-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “distending”

"distending" has 3 syllables: dist-end-ing.

What does distending mean?

verb

  1. To extend or expand, as from internal pressure; to swell
  2. To extend; to stretch out; to spread out.

Related words

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How many syllables are in "distending"?▾

"Distending" has 3 syllables: dist · end · ing.

What does "distending" mean?▾

Distending: To extend or expand, as from internal pressure; to swell

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