How to pronounce unabsolve
Say it like uhn-ub-ZAHLV. Unabsolve has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (ZAHLV).
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- uhn
- ub
- ZAHLV
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unabsolve 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.
- ubKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- ZAHLVSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of unabsolve
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: uhn-ub-ZOLV.
What does unabsolve mean?
- To undo (revoke) the absolution of.
Where does unabsolve come from?
From un- + absolve.
Words that rhyme with unabsolve
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Questions about saying unabsolve
How do you pronounce unabsolve?
Say uhn-ub-ZAHLV. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌnəbˈzɑlv/. In British English it is /ˌʌnəbˈzɒlv/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unabsolve?
Unabsolve has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (ZAHLV). Broken into parts: uhn · ub · ZAHLV.
Is unabsolve pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˌʌnəbˈzɒlv/ (uhn-ub-ZOLV).