How to Pronounce "contemplates"
word
ˈkɑntəmˌpɫeɪts
KAHN-tuhm-PLAYTS
kˈɒntɪmplˌeɪts
kun-TIM-plays
Definition
To look at something thoughtfully and carefully, or to think deeply about a possible course of action or idea.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɑntəmˌpɫeɪts
British English
kˈɒntɪmplˌeɪts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAHN-tuhm-PLAYTS
UK
kun-TIM-plays
Listen in Context
She contemplates the sunset every evening.
He contemplates a change in his career.
The artist contemplates her painting in silence.
Sometimes he just contemplates what his future might look like.