HOW TO PRONOUNCE
splendid
/ˈsplɛndɪd/
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Keep s-p-l together at the beginning.
The first syllable has the main stress. Move directly through its three opening consonants before the vowel, then give the final syllable a lighter beat.
2 syllables · Stress on syllable 1
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“We had a splendid view of the mountains.”
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CMU Pronouncing Dictionary ↗What does splendid mean?
adjective
- Possessing or displaying splendor; shining; very bright.
- Gorgeous; magnificent; sumptuous; of remarkable beauty.
- Brilliant, excellent, of a very high standard.
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IPA pronunciation
/ˈsplɛndɪd/
Pronunciation used in the listening tip.
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See this word in context.
WHAT a splendid day!” said Anne, drawing a long breath. “Isn’t it good just to be alive on a day like this?
“But surely you will think more of me when you hear the splendid thoughts my new brain is going to turn out.”
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The walls of the apartment were completely hung with splendid tapestries which hid any windows or doors which may have pierced them.
“I was just wondering how I’d ever wait to tell you, and here you are! It’s too perfectly splendid to be true!”
The vision of translation from poverty and obscurity to such a splendid post as this--truly it was too dazzling for tranquil nerves.