How to Pronounce "contingencies"
word
kənˈtɪndʒənsiz
kuhn-TIN-juhn-seez
kəntˈɪndʒənsiz
kuhn-TIN-juhn-seez
Definition
Unexpected events or possible situations that may happen in the future, usually something you prepare for just in case.
IPA Transcription
American English
kənˈtɪndʒənsiz
British English
kəntˈɪndʒənsiz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuhn-TIN-juhn-seez
UK
kuhn-TIN-juhn-seez
Listen in Context
We need to prepare for possible contingencies.
The company has a plan for contingencies.
It's smart to save money for contingencies.
Always expect the unexpected—life is full of contingencies.