How do you pronounce "bends"?

In American English: /ˈbɛndz/ (BEHNDZ). In British English: /bˈɛndz/ (B). In Canadian English: /ˈbɛndz/ (BEHNDZ). In Australian English: /bˈɛndz/ (B).

Is "bends" pronounced differently in American and British English?

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈbɛndz/ (BEHNDZ), while in British English it's /bˈɛndz/ (B).

How to Pronounce "bends"

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bends

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/ˈbɛndz/

BEHNDZ

Syllable Breakdown

bɛndzbends

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