How to pronounce unarm
Say it like uh-NARM. Unarm has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NARM).
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- uh
- NARM
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unarm pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- NARMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of unarm
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uh-NAHM.
What does unarm mean?
- To disarm, to remove the armor and weapons from.
- To remove one's armor.
Where does unarm come from?
From un- + arm.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- disarm
Words that rhyme with unarm
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of unarm.
Questions about saying unarm
How do you pronounce unarm?
Say uh-NARM. The American pronunciation is /ʌˈnɑrm/. In British English it is /ʌˈnɑːm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unarm?
Unarm has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NARM). Broken into parts: uh · NARM.
Is unarm 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 /ʌˈnɑːm/ (uh-NAHM).