How to pronounce unannounced
Say it like uhn-uh-NOWNST. Unannounced has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (NOWNST).
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- uhn
- uh
- NOWNST
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unannounced 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.
- NOWNSTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
American vs British pronunciation of unannounced
American and British speakers say unannounced in essentially the same way: /ˌʌnəˈnaʊnst/ in the US and /ˌʌnəˈnaʊnst/ in the UK.
British respelling: uhn-uh-NOWNST.
What does unannounced mean?
- Not announced beforehand.
Where does unannounced come from?
From un- + announced.
Words that rhyme with unannounced
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Questions about saying unannounced
How do you pronounce unannounced?
Say uhn-uh-NOWNST. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌnəˈnaʊnst/. In British English it is /ˌʌnəˈnaʊnst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unannounced?
Unannounced has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (NOWNST). Broken into parts: uhn · uh · NOWNST.
Do Americans and Brits say unannounced the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌʌnəˈnaʊnst/ and the British form is /ˌʌnəˈnaʊnst/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.