How to pronounce transpond
Say it like tran-SPAHND. Transpond has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SPAHND).
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- tran
- SPAHND
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Transpond pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- tranKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- SPAHNDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of transpond
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: tran-SPOND.
What does transpond mean?
- To relay a signal between transponders
Where does transpond come from?
Back-formation from transponder.
Words that rhyme with transpond
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of transpond.
Questions about saying transpond
How do you pronounce transpond?
Say tran-SPAHND. The American pronunciation is /trænˈspɑnd/. In British English it is /trænˈspɒnd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in transpond?
Transpond has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SPAHND). Broken into parts: tran · SPAHND.
Is transpond pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /trænˈspɒnd/ (tran-SPOND).