How to pronounce unbidden
Say it like un-BID-un. Unbidden has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BID).
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- un
- BID
- un
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unbidden 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.
- BIDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of unbidden
American and British speakers say unbidden in essentially the same way: /ʌnˈbɪdən/ in the US and /ʌnˈbɪdən/ in the UK.
British respelling: un-BID-un.
What does unbidden mean?
- not invited, requested or asked for
Where does unbidden come from?
From un- + bidden.
Words that rhyme with unbidden
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of unbidden.
Questions about saying unbidden
How do you pronounce unbidden?
Say un-BID-un. The American pronunciation is /ʌnˈbɪdən/. In British English it is /ʌnˈbɪdən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unbidden?
Unbidden has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BID). Broken into parts: un · BID · un.
Do Americans and Brits say unbidden the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ʌnˈbɪdən/ and the British form is /ʌnˈbɪdən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.