How to Pronounce Sends

To pronounce "sends", say SENDS — one syllable, IPA /sɛndz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

5

Letters

/sɛndz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “sends”

"sends" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with contends and amends, if that helps it stick.

What does sends mean?

verb

  1. To make something (such as an object or message) go from one place to another.

    “Every day at two o'clock, he sends his secretary out to buy him a coffee.”

  2. To excite, delight, or thrill (someone).

Synonyms

broadcastemitmail

Words that rhyme with sends

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

contendsamendsascendsextendscommendstranscendsbefriendsportendsendsdividendsbookendsdescends

Related words

transmitchargetransportmailbaseinstitutionalizeplacebroadcast

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sends"?▾

"Sends" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "sends"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sends" is /sɛndz/.

What does "sends" mean?▾

Sends: To make something (such as an object or message) go from one place to another.

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