How to pronounce unchained
Say it like un-CHAYND. Unchained has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (CHAYND).
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- un
- CHAYND
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unchained 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.
- CHAYNDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of unchained
American and British speakers say unchained in essentially the same way: /ʌnˈtʃeɪnd/ in the US and /ʌnˈtʃeɪnd/ in the UK.
British respelling: un-CHAYND.
What does unchained mean?
- Free from chains or fetters; unencumbered.
- simple past and past participle of unchain How to pronounce unchain
Where does unchained come from?
From un- + chained.
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Words that rhyme with unchained
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Questions about saying unchained
How do you pronounce unchained?
Say un-CHAYND. The American pronunciation is /ʌnˈtʃeɪnd/. In British English it is /ʌnˈtʃeɪnd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unchained?
Unchained has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (CHAYND). Broken into parts: un · CHAYND.
Do Americans and Brits say unchained the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ʌnˈtʃeɪnd/ and the British form is /ʌnˈtʃeɪnd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.