How to pronounce unapproachable
Say it like uhn-uh-PROH-chuh-bul. Unapproachable has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (PROH).
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- uhn
- uh
- PROH
- chuh
- bul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unapproachable 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.
- PROHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- chuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- bulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of unapproachable
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: uhn-uh-PROH-chuh-bul.
What does unapproachable mean?
- Not accessible or able to be reached.
- Aloof and unfriendly.
- Without any serious competition; unbeatable.
Where does unapproachable come from?
From un- + approachable.
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Questions about saying unapproachable
How do you pronounce unapproachable?
Say uhn-uh-PROH-chuh-bul. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌnəˈproʊtʃəbəl/. In British English it is /ˌʌnəˈprəʊtʃəbəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unapproachable?
Unapproachable has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (PROH). Broken into parts: uhn · uh · PROH · chuh · bul.
Is unapproachable pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˌʌnəˈprəʊtʃəbəl/ (uhn-uh-PROH-chuh-bul).