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How to pronounce content
Say it like this: /ˈkɑn.tɛnt/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does content mean?
adjSatisfied, pleased, contented.
nounSatisfaction, contentment; pleasure.
“They were in a state of sleepy content after supper.”
Acquiescence without examination.
“The sense they humbly take upon content.”
That which contents or satisfies; that which if attained would make one happy.
“So will I in England work your grace's full content.”
intjAlright, agreed.
verbTo give contentment or satisfaction to; to satisfy; to make happy.
“You can't have any more. You'll have to content yourself with what you already have.”
To satisfy the expectations of; to pay; to requite.
“Come the next Sabbath, and I will content you.”
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