How to Pronounce Independent

To pronounce "independent", say IND-ep-end-ent — 4 syllables, IPA /ɪndɪˈpɛndənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ɪndɪˈpɛndənt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “independent”

"independent" has 4 syllables: ind-ep-end-ent. It rhymes with resplendent and transcendent, if that helps it stick.

What does independent mean?

noun

A candidate or voter not affiliated with any political party, a freethinker, free of a party platform.
A neutral or uncommitted person.

adjective

Not dependent; not contingent or depending on something else; free.
Not affiliated with any political party.
“the independent candidate”

Synonyms

autonomous free selfstanding

Antonyms

contingent dependent

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Words that rhyme with independent

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resplendent transcendent dependent ascendant pendant attendant splendent descendant interdependent descendent superintendent superintendant

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "independent"?▾

"Independent" has 4 syllables: ind · ep · end · ent.

What is the IPA transcription of "independent"?▾

The IPA transcription of "independent" is /ɪndɪˈpɛndənt/.

What does "independent" mean?▾

Independent: A candidate or voter not affiliated with any political party, a freethinker, free of a party platform.

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