How to Pronounce "tandem"

word

ˈtændəm

TAN-duhm

tˈændəm

TAN-duhm

Definition

A 'tandem' is a bicycle built for two riders sitting one behind the other. It can also mean two or more things working together or happening at the same time, often in the phrase 'in tandem'.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈtændəm

British English

tˈændəm

Simplified Pronunciation

TAN-duhm

Listen in Context

We rode a tandem at the park.

A tandem has seats for two people.

They worked in tandem to finish the project.

The two leaders moved forward in tandem to implement new policies.