How to Pronounce "contentious"
word
kənˈtɛnʃəs
kuhn-TEN-shuhs
kəntˈɛnʃəs
kuhn-TEN-shuhs
Definition
Describes something or someone that causes disagreement or argument because people have strong and different opinions about it.
IPA Transcription
American English
kənˈtɛnʃəs
British English
kəntˈɛnʃəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuhn-TEN-shuhs
UK
kuhn-TEN-shuhs
Listen in Context
Climate change is a contentious topic.
He is known for his contentious attitude.
The law became contentious after the protests.
Social media makes even small issues contentious these days.