How to Pronounce Pendant

To pronounce "pendant", say PEND-ant — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈpɛnd(ə)nt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈpɛnd(ə)nt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “pendant”

"pendant" has 2 syllables: pend-ant. It rhymes with resplendent and transcendent, if that helps it stick.

What does pendant mean?

noun

  1. A supporting post attached to the main rafter.
  2. A piece of jewellery which hangs down as an ornament, especially worn on a chain around the neck.

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Words that rhyme with pendant

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

resplendenttranscendentdependentindependentascendantattendantsplendentdescendantinterdependentdescendentsuperintendentsuperintendant

Related words

chandelierhangingdanglingpendentsupportedsuspendedchaincollier

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pendant"?▾

"Pendant" has 2 syllables: pend · ant.

What is the IPA transcription of "pendant"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pendant" is /ˈpɛnd(ə)nt/.

What does "pendant" mean?▾

Pendant: A supporting post attached to the main rafter.

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