How to Pronounce Pendentives

To pronounce "pendentives", say PEND-ent-iv-es — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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PEND-ent-iv-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “pendentives”

"pendentives" has 4 syllables: pend-ent-iv-es.

What does pendentives mean?

noun

  1. The concave triangular sections of vaulting that provide the transition between a dome and the square base on which it is set and transfer the weight of the dome.

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How many syllables are in "pendentives"?▾

"Pendentives" has 4 syllables: pend · ent · iv · es.

What does "pendentives" mean?▾

Pendentives: The concave triangular sections of vaulting that provide the transition between a dome and the square base on which it is set and transfer the weight of the dome.

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