How to pronounce independent

Say it like this: /ˌɪndɪˈpɛndənt/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

American/ˌɪndɪˈpɛndənt/

What does independent mean?

adjNot dependent; not contingent or depending on something else; free.

Not affiliated with any political party.

“the independent candidate”

Providing a comfortable livelihood.

“an independent property”

nounA candidate or voter not affiliated with any political party, a freethinker, free of a party platform.

A neutral or uncommitted person.

A small, privately owned business.

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