How to pronounce unadorn
Say it like uhn-uh-DORN. Unadorn has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (DORN).
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- uhn
- uh
- DORN
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unadorn 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.
- DORNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of unadorn
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uhn-uh-DAWN.
What does unadorn mean?
- To add a feature or embellishment that makes something uglier; uglify.
- To remove the adornments from.
Where does unadorn come from?
From un- + adorn.
Words that rhyme with unadorn
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Questions about saying unadorn
How do you pronounce unadorn?
Say uhn-uh-DORN. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌnəˈdɔrn/. In British English it is /ˌʌnəˈdɔːn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unadorn?
Unadorn has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (DORN). Broken into parts: uhn · uh · DORN.
Is unadorn pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˌʌnəˈdɔːn/ (uhn-uh-DAWN).