How to pronounce unc
Say it like UHNGK. Unc is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
VoiceSpeed
US American/ʌŋk/UHNGK
UK British/ʌŋk/UHNGK
- UHNGK
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unc pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- UHNGKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of unc
American and British speakers say unc in essentially the same way: /ʌŋk/ in the US and /ʌŋk/ in the UK.
British respelling: UHNGK.
What does unc mean?
noun
- A phenotype of Caenorhabditis elegans that moves in an uncoordinated manner.
Where does unc come from?
Clipping of uncle.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- unkie
- unky
Words that rhyme with unc
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of unc.
Questions about saying unc
How do you pronounce unc?
Say UHNGK. The American pronunciation is /ʌŋk/. In British English it is /ʌŋk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unc?
Unc is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: UHNGK.
Do Americans and Brits say unc the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ʌŋk/ and the British form is /ʌŋk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.