How to pronounce uncalled
Say it like un-KAWLD. Uncalled has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KAWLD).
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- un
- KAWLD
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Uncalled 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.
- KAWLDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of uncalled
American and British speakers say uncalled in essentially the same way: /ənˈkɔld/ in the US and /ənˈkɔːld/ in the UK.
British respelling: un-KAWLD.
What does uncalled mean?
- Not called.“an uncalled foul”
Where does uncalled come from?
From un- + called.
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Words that rhyme with uncalled
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Questions about saying uncalled
How do you pronounce uncalled?
Say un-KAWLD. The American pronunciation is /ənˈkɔld/. In British English it is /ənˈkɔːld/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in uncalled?
Uncalled has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KAWLD). Broken into parts: un · KAWLD.
Do Americans and Brits say uncalled the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ənˈkɔld/ and the British form is /ənˈkɔːld/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.