How to pronounce uncan
Say it like un-KAN. Uncan has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KAN).
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- un
- KAN
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Uncan 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.
- KANSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of uncan
American and British speakers say uncan in essentially the same way: /ʌnˈkæn/ in the US and /ʌnˈkæn/ in the UK.
British respelling: un-KAN.
What does uncan mean?
- To remove from a can.
Where does uncan come from?
From un- + can.
Words that rhyme with uncan
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of uncan.
Questions about saying uncan
How do you pronounce uncan?
Say un-KAN. The American pronunciation is /ʌnˈkæn/. In British English it is /ʌnˈkæn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in uncan?
Uncan has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KAN). Broken into parts: un · KAN.
Do Americans and Brits say uncan the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ʌnˈkæn/ and the British form is /ʌnˈkæn/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.