How to Pronounce "tend toward"
expression
ˈtɛnd/ /ˈtɔɹd/, /təˈwɔɹd
TEND-TORD, tuh-WORD
tˈɛnd/ /tʊwˈɔːd
TEND-tuh-WAWD
Definition
To often move, develop, or act in a particular direction or show a certain quality or tendency.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɛnd/ /ˈtɔɹd/, /təˈwɔɹd
British English
tˈɛnd/ /tʊwˈɔːd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TEND-TORD, tuh-WORD
UK
TEND-tuh-WAWD
Listen in Context
Children tend toward curiosity when learning new things.
These flowers tend toward bright colors.
Older buildings sometimes tend toward unusual designs.
People who work long hours often tend toward burnout if they're not careful.