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content

The correct spelling is content.

How to pronounce content

/kənˈtɛnt/
noun

IPA: /kənˈtɛnt/

Say it like: Con-ten-t

The correct spelling is content. (except in phrases) Satisfaction, contentment; pleasure. For example: "You can't have any more - you'll have to content yourself with what you already have."

Usage Examples

You can't have any more - you'll have to content yourself with what you already have.

They were in a state of sleepy content after supper.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.(except in phrases) Satisfaction, contentment; pleasure.
  2. 2.That which is contained.
  3. 3.Subject matter; that which is contained in writing or speech.
  4. 4.The amount of material contained; contents
  5. 5.Capacity for holding

verb

  1. 1.To give contentment or satisfaction; to satisfy; to make happy.
  2. 2.To satisfy the expectations of; to pay; to requite

adjective

  1. 1.Satisfied
  2. 2.Contained.

interjection

  1. 1.Alright, agreed

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