How to Pronounce "ascends"
word
əˈsɛndz
uh-SENDZ
ɐsˈɛndz
uh-SENDZ
Definition
Moves upward, rises to a higher position or level. Often used for people, objects, or abstract things like ranks or feelings.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈsɛndz
British English
ɐsˈɛndz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-SENDZ
UK
uh-SENDZ
Listen in Context
The balloon ascends into the sky.
He ascends the stairs carefully.
The sun ascends in the morning.
As his rank ascends, so do his responsibilities.