How to pronounce amends
Say it like uh-MENDZ. Amends has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MENDZ).
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- uh
- MENDZ
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Amends pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- MENDZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of amends
American and British speakers say amends in essentially the same way: /əˈmɛndz/ in the US and /əˈmɛndz/ in the UK.
British respelling: uh-MENDZ.
What does amends mean?
- plural of amend How to pronounce amend
- Compensation for an injury or loss; recompense; reparation.“Amends were made for the damage and no charges were filed.”
- third-person singular simple present indicative of amend How to pronounce amend
Where does amends come from?
From French amendes, plural of amende.
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Words that rhyme with amends
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Questions about saying amends
How do you pronounce amends?
Say uh-MENDZ. The American pronunciation is /əˈmɛndz/. In British English it is /əˈmɛndz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in amends?
Amends has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MENDZ). Broken into parts: uh · MENDZ.
Do Americans and Brits say amends the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /əˈmɛndz/ and the British form is /əˈmɛndz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.