How to pronounce unblemished
Say it like un-BLEM-isht. Unblemished has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BLEM).
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- un
- BLEM
- isht
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unblemished 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 relaxed "uh" in about.
- BLEMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ishtKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of unblemished
American and British speakers say unblemished in essentially the same way: /ənˈblɛmɪʃt/ in the US and /ənˈblɛmɪʃt/ in the UK.
British respelling: un-BLEM-isht.
What does unblemished mean?
- Lacking blemishes; faultless.
- Free from corruption or evil.
Where does unblemished come from?
From un- + blemished.
Questions about saying unblemished
How do you pronounce unblemished?
Say un-BLEM-isht. The American pronunciation is /ənˈblɛmɪʃt/. In British English it is /ənˈblɛmɪʃt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unblemished?
Unblemished has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BLEM). Broken into parts: un · BLEM · isht.
Do Americans and Brits say unblemished the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ənˈblɛmɪʃt/ and the British form is /ənˈblɛmɪʃt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.