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intend

Pronunciation: [ɪnˈtɛnd]

Word

Learn how to use intend in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “plan”

(verb) to have a goal or purpose in mind for what you want to do. It's when you think about something you want to achieve or make happen.

Example

I intend to finish my homework before dinner.

Example

He didn’t intend to miss the meeting; something came up.

Example

What do you intend to do after school today?

Context: “communication”

(verb) to mean or want to express a certain idea. It’s about how someone wants their words to be understood.

Example

When I said I was tired, I intended to suggest we take a break.

Example

I didn’t intend for my comments to upset anyone.

Example

What did you intend to convey with that message?

How to pronounce intend

Pronunciation: [ɪnˈtɛnd]

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