How to pronounce sunbed
Say it like SUHN-bed. Sunbed has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SUHN).
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- SUHN
- bed
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sunbed pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SUHNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- bedGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of sunbed
American and British speakers say sunbed in essentially the same way: /ˈsʌnˌbɛd/ in the US and /ˈsʌnˌbɛd/ in the UK.
British respelling: SUHN-bed.
What does sunbed mean?
- A device emitting ultraviolet radiation used to produce a cosmetic suntan.
- A lounger, or reclining beach chair.
Where does sunbed come from?
From sun + bed.
Questions about saying sunbed
How do you pronounce sunbed?
Say SUHN-bed. The American pronunciation is /ˈsʌnˌbɛd/. In British English it is /ˈsʌnˌbɛd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sunbed?
Sunbed has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SUHN). Broken into parts: SUHN · bed.
Do Americans and Brits say sunbed the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsʌnˌbɛd/ and the British form is /ˈsʌnˌbɛd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.