How to pronounce unabridged
Say it like uhn-uh-BRIJD. Unabridged has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (BRIJD).
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- uhn
- uh
- BRIJD
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unabridged 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.
- BRIJDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of unabridged
American and British speakers say unabridged in essentially the same way: /ˌʌnəˈbrɪdʒd/ in the US and /ˌʌnəˈbrɪdʒd/ in the UK.
British respelling: uhn-uh-BRIJD.
What does unabridged mean?
- An unabridged publication, especially a reference work.
- Of a book or document, not abridged, shortened, expurgated or condensed; complete.“an unabridged dictionary”
Where does unabridged come from?
From un- + abridged.
Similar and opposite words
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Questions about saying unabridged
How do you pronounce unabridged?
Say uhn-uh-BRIJD. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌnəˈbrɪdʒd/. In British English it is /ˌʌnəˈbrɪdʒd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unabridged?
Unabridged has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (BRIJD). Broken into parts: uhn · uh · BRIJD.
Do Americans and Brits say unabridged the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌʌnəˈbrɪdʒd/ and the British form is /ˌʌnəˈbrɪdʒd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.