What does contend mean?

To argue that something is true. To struggle with a difficulty or challenging situation. To compete for something against other people.

How is contend pronounced?

UK /kənˈtend/, US /kənˈtend/.

/kənˈtend/

CEFR level C1Topic ThinkingWord #5521 in the learning path

主张；认为

v. To argue that something is true.

主张；认为

v. To struggle with a difficulty or challenging situation.

应对；与……斗争

v. To compete for something against other people.

竞争；争夺

I contend that our kitchen needs a bigger table.

我认为我们的厨房需要一张更大的桌子。

Some researchers contend that affordable public transport is more effective than road expansion in reducing urban congestion.

一些研究者认为，在缓解城市拥堵方面，价格合理的公共交通比扩建道路更有效。

contend that表主张；with接困难；for接争夺目标。

What does contend mean?: To argue that something is true. To struggle with a difficulty or challenging situation. To compete for something against other people.
How is contend pronounced?: UK /kənˈtend/, US /kənˈtend/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.