How to pronounce prepend
Say it like prih-PEND. Prepend has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PEND).
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- prih
- PEND
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Prepend pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- prihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- PENDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of prepend
American and British speakers say prepend in essentially the same way: /prɪˈpɛnd/ in the US and /prɪˈpɛnd/ in the UK.
British respelling: prih-PEND.
What does prepend mean?
- To attach (an expression, phrase, etc.) to another, as a prefix.
- The act of prepending.
- To premeditate; to weigh up mentally.
Where does prepend come from?
From pre- + (ap)pend, back-formation from append.
Words that rhyme with prepend
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of prepend.
Questions about saying prepend
How do you pronounce prepend?
Say prih-PEND. The American pronunciation is /prɪˈpɛnd/. In British English it is /prɪˈpɛnd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in prepend?
Prepend has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PEND). Broken into parts: prih · PEND.
Do Americans and Brits say prepend the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /prɪˈpɛnd/ and the British form is /prɪˈpɛnd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.