How to Pronounce "contenders"
word
kənˈtɛndɝz
kuhn-TEN-derz
kəntˈɛndəz
kuhn-TEN-duhz
Definition
Contenders are people or teams competing to win something, such as a prize, position, or title. The word suggests active involvement in a competition or challenge.
IPA Transcription
American English
kənˈtɛndɝz
British English
kəntˈɛndəz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuhn-TEN-derz
UK
kuhn-TEN-duhz
Listen in Context
There are five contenders for the job.
The two main contenders both want to win the race.
All the contenders prepared hard for the contest.
Only a few contenders actually have a real shot at the title.