How to Pronounce Tend

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

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Syllable

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Letters

/tɛnd/

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💡 Tip for remembering “tend”

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

What does tend mean?

verb

  1. (Old English law) To make a tender of; to offer or tender.
  2. (followed by a to-infinitive) To be likely, or probable to do something, or to have a certain habit or leaning.

    “It tends to snow here in winter.”

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Words that rhyme with tend

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

contendcomprehendapprehendtranscendcommendcondescendattendportendmendfriendextendbend

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tend"?▾

"Tend" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "tend"?▾

The IPA transcription of "tend" is /tɛnd/.

What does "tend" mean?▾

Tend: (Old English law) To make a tender of; to offer or tender.

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