How to Pronounce "contend"
word
kənˈtɛnd
kun-TEND
kəntˈɛnd
kun-TEND
Definition
To struggle or compete against something or someone, or to claim something is true, especially in an argument.
IPA Transcription
American English
kənˈtɛnd
British English
kəntˈɛnd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kun-TEND
UK
kun-TEND
Listen in Context
Several teams will contend for the championship title.
He had to contend with heavy traffic every morning.
Scientists contend that climate change affects everyone.
Small businesses often contend with limited resources.