Cool MateMeaning of Contend
to say that something is true, especially in an argument
In simple words: to compete or argue for something
Contend in a sentence
- I would contend that the minister's thinking is flawed on this point.
- Three armed groups were contending for power.
How to use Contend
Use 'contend' largely in formal settings, such as academic writing or debates. Avoid using it in casual conversation, where simpler words like 'argue' might be more appropriate.
Grammar pattern
contend + object
Memory hint
Sounds like 'can-tend' — imagine you can tend to a garden while competing with weeds.
Related words
Collocations with Contend
- contend that
- contend for
- contend with
- contend against
- strongly contend
Synonyms for Contend
Common mistakes with Contend
- Confused with 'content' in writing contexts.
- Using 'contend' without an object (e.g., 'I contend' should be followed by a statement).
- Incorrectly using 'contend' as a synonym for 'understand'.
Contend appears in
Contend in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
جادل / نافس
للتنافس أو الجدال من أجل شيء ما
- Bengaliবাংলা
যুক্তি দেওয়া, প্রতিদ্বন্দ্বিতা করা
কোনো কিছুর জন্য প্রতিদ্বন্দ্বিতা করা বা তর্ক করা।
- GermanDeutsch
behaupten, kämpfen
um etwas zu konkurrieren oder dafür zu argumentieren
- SpanishEspañol
Sostener, Luchar por
competir o discutir por algo
- Persianفارسی
ادعا کردن، رقابت کردن
برای رقابت یا بحث درباره چیزی
- FrenchFrançais
Soutenir, Affirmer, Lutter pour
faire concurrence ou argumenter pour quelque chose
- Hindiहिन्दी
दावा करना, संघर्ष करना
किसी चीज़ के लिए प्रतिस्पर्धा करना या बहस करना
- ItalianItaliano
Sostenere, Lottare
competere o discutere per qualcosa
- PortuguesePortuguês
Contender
to compete or argue for something
- RussianРусский
Спорить, утверждать, бороться
соперничать или бороться за что-то
- Urduاردو
بحث کرنا، مقابلہ کرنا
کسی چیز کے لیے مقابلہ کرنا یا بحث کرنا
- Chinese中文
争辩, 竞争
竞争或争夺某物
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not in a place because of illness, etc.
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To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
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Frequently asked questions about Contend
What does Contend mean?
to compete or argue for something
What is the definition of Contend?
to say that something is true, especially in an argument
How do you use Contend in a sentence?
I would contend that the minister's thinking is flawed on this point.
Can you give another example of Contend?
Three armed groups were contending for power.
What are synonyms for Contend?
Common alternatives include maintain.
What is the opposite of Contend?
Opposite meanings include yield, accept, relinquish.
What words go with Contend?
It commonly pairs with contend that, contend for, contend with, contend against, strongly contend.
What are common mistakes when using Contend?
Confused with 'content' in writing contexts. Using 'contend' without an object (e.g., 'I contend' should be followed by a statement). Incorrectly using 'contend' as a synonym for 'understand'.
How do you pronounce Contend?
US: /["/kənˈtend/","/kənˈtendz/","/kənˈtendɪd/","/kənˈtendɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/kənˈtend/","/kənˈtendz/","/kənˈtendɪd/","/kənˈtendɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Contend formal or informal?
"Contend" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.
When should I use Contend?
Use 'contend' largely in formal settings, such as academic writing or debates. Avoid using it in casual conversation, where simpler words like 'argue' might be more appropriate.
What CEFR level is Contend?
"Contend" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.