How to pronounce unallowed
Say it like un-uh-LOWD. Unallowed has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LOWD).
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- un
- uh
- LOWD
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unallowed pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- LOWDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
American vs British pronunciation of unallowed
American and British speakers say unallowed in essentially the same way: /ʌnəˈlaʊd/ in the US and /ʌnəˈlaʊd/ in the UK.
British respelling: un-uh-LOWD.
What does unallowed mean?
- Not allowed; forbidden.
Where does unallowed come from?
From un- + allowed.
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Words that rhyme with unallowed
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Questions about saying unallowed
How do you pronounce unallowed?
Say un-uh-LOWD. The American pronunciation is /ʌnəˈlaʊd/. In British English it is /ʌnəˈlaʊd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unallowed?
Unallowed has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LOWD). Broken into parts: un · uh · LOWD.
Do Americans and Brits say unallowed the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ʌnəˈlaʊd/ and the British form is /ʌnəˈlaʊd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.