How to Pronounce "defends"
word
dɪˈfɛndz
di-FENDZ
dɪfˈɛndz
dif-ENDZ
Definition
Says or does something to protect someone or something from attack, criticism, or danger.
IPA Transcription
American English
dɪˈfɛndz
British English
dɪfˈɛndz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
di-FENDZ
UK
dif-ENDZ
Listen in Context
She defends her friend when others say mean things.
The lawyer defends his client in court.
He defends the goal during the football match.
Whenever someone criticizes her work, she defends herself confidently.