How to Pronounce "ponder"
word
ˈpɑndɝ
PAHN-der
pˈɒndɐ
PON-duh
Definition
To think about something carefully and deeply, often for a while, before making a decision or reaching a conclusion.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɑndɝ
British English
pˈɒndɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAHN-der
UK
PON-duh
Listen in Context
She likes to ponder difficult questions alone.
He sat quietly to ponder his next move.
We need to ponder the consequences before acting.
She spent hours pondering whether she should change jobs.