How to Pronounce "contended"
word
kənˈtɛndɪd
kuhn-TEN-did
kəntˈɛndɪd
kuhnt-EN-did
Definition
'Contended' is the past tense of 'contend', meaning to argue, claim, or assert something, often in a debate or disagreement.
IPA Transcription
American English
kənˈtɛndɪd
British English
kəntˈɛndɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuhn-TEN-did
UK
kuhnt-EN-did
Listen in Context
She contended that her idea was the best.
The lawyer contended the evidence was unreliable.
He contended for the championship title.
Experts have long contended that sugar is bad for your health.