How to pronounce unabashed
Say it like uhn-uh-BASHT. Unabashed has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (BASHT).
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- uhn
- uh
- BASHT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unabashed pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhnGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- BASHTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of unabashed
American and British speakers say unabashed in essentially the same way: /ˌʌnəˈbæʃt/ in the US and /ˌʌnəˈbæʃt/ in the UK.
British respelling: uhn-uh-BASHT.
What does unabashed mean?
- Not disconcerted or embarrassed.
- Of actions, emotions, facts, etc.: that are not concealed or disguised, or not eliciting shame.
Where does unabashed come from?
From un- + abashed.
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Words that rhyme with unabashed
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Questions about saying unabashed
How do you pronounce unabashed?
Say uhn-uh-BASHT. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌnəˈbæʃt/. In British English it is /ˌʌnəˈbæʃt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unabashed?
Unabashed has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (BASHT). Broken into parts: uhn · uh · BASHT.
Do Americans and Brits say unabashed the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌʌnəˈbæʃt/ and the British form is /ˌʌnəˈbæʃt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.