How to pronounce unaware
Say it like uhn-uh-WAIR. Unaware has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (WAIR).
Click the play button next to American or British to hear how to pronounce unaware. Choose Slow to hear each sound clearly.
- uhn
- uh
- WAIR
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unaware 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.
- WAIRSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of unaware
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uhn-uh-WAIR.
What does unaware mean?
- (often followed by of) not aware“seemed unaware of the scrutiny”“unaware of the danger they were in”
Where does unaware come from?
From un- + aware.
Similar and opposite words
Opposite meaning
Words that rhyme with unaware
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of unaware.
Questions about saying unaware
How do you pronounce unaware?
Say uhn-uh-WAIR. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌnəˈwɛr/. In British English it is /ˌʌnəˈwɛə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unaware?
Unaware has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (WAIR). Broken into parts: uhn · uh · WAIR.
Is unaware 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 /ˌʌnəˈwɛə/ (uhn-uh-WAIR).