How to pronounce contained
Say it like kun-TAYND. Contained has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TAYND).
- kun
- TAYND
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Contained pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- kunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- TAYNDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of contained
American and British speakers say contained in essentially the same way: /kənˈteɪnd/ in the US and /kənˈteɪnd/ in the UK.
British respelling: kun-TAYND.
What does contained mean?
- gotten under control“the oil spill is contained”
Words that rhyme with contained
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of contained.
Questions about saying contained
How do you pronounce contained?
Say kun-TAYND. The American pronunciation is /kənˈteɪnd/. In British English it is /kənˈteɪnd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in contained?
Contained has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TAYND). Broken into parts: kun · TAYND.
Do Americans and Brits say contained the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /kənˈteɪnd/ and the British form is /kənˈteɪnd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.