How to Pronounce Wend

To pronounce "wend", say WEND — one syllable, IPA /wɛnd/. 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

/wɛnd/

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💡 Tip for remembering “wend”

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

Sounds exactly like: wende — easy to mix up when writing.

What does wend mean?

noun

  1. A large extent of ground; a perambulation; a circuit.

verb

  1. To turn; change.
  2. To direct (one's way or course); pursue one's way; proceed upon some course or way.

    “We wended our weary way westward.”

Synonyms

to betake oneself

Words that rhyme with wend

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

contendcomprehendapprehendtranscendcommendcondescendattendportendmendfriendextendbend

Related words

traveldescendshootsorbvertwindwheeltwine

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "wend"?▾

"Wend" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "wend"?▾

The IPA transcription of "wend" is /wɛnd/.

What does "wend" mean?▾

Wend: A large extent of ground; a perambulation; a circuit.

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