How to Pronounce "commend"
word
/kəˈmɛnd/
kuh-MEND
/kəmˈɛnd/
kuh-MEND
Definition
To praise someone formally or publicly for their achievements or actions. Can also mean to officially recommend someone or something.
IPA Transcription
American English
/kəˈmɛnd/
British English
/kəmˈɛnd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuh-MEND
UK
kuh-MEND
Listen in Context
The teacher commended the student for her hard work.
The report commended the company for its safety standards.
I would like to commend this book to anyone who enjoys history.
I'd really like to commend you on how you handled that situation.