How to Pronounce "needn't"
word
/ˈnidənt/
NEE-duhnt
/nˈiːd/
NEE-duhnt
Definition
A contraction of 'need not'. It is used to say that something is not necessary or not required.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈnidənt/
British English
/nˈiːd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NEE-duhnt
UK
NEE-duhnt
Listen in Context
You needn't come early tomorrow.
We needn't wait for him.
She needn't bring any food.
You needn't worry — everything's under control.