How to Pronounce "bend the knee"
expression
ˈbɛnd/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈni
BEND thuh NEE
bˈɛnd/ /ðə, ði/ /nˈiː
BEND thuh NEE
Definition
To kneel down, often as a sign of respect or submission. Figuratively, it means to yield or accept someone else's authority.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɛnd/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈni
British English
bˈɛnd/ /ðə, ði/ /nˈiː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BEND thuh NEE
UK
BEND thuh NEE
Listen in Context
He had to bend the knee to the new leader.
The knight bent the knee before the king.
They refused to bend the knee.
In the end, everyone had to bend the knee or face consequences.