How to Pronounce Impend

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ɪmˈpɛnd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “impend”

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

What does impend mean?

verb

  1. To hang or be suspended over (something); to overhang.
  2. Figuratively to hang over (someone) as a threat or danger.

Words that rhyme with impend

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

contendcomprehendapprehendtranscendcommendcondescendattendportendmendfriendextendbend

Related words

imminentcloseloombrewoverbrowuphangbehangappend

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "impend"?▾

"Impend" has 2 syllables: imp · end.

What is the IPA transcription of "impend"?▾

The IPA transcription of "impend" is /ɪmˈpɛnd/.

What does "impend" mean?▾

Impend: To hang or be suspended over (something); to overhang.

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