How to pronounce uncinus
Say it like un-SY-nus. Uncinus has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SY).
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- un
- SY
- nus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Uncinus 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.
- SYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- nusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of uncinus
American and British speakers say uncinus in essentially the same way: /ʌnˈsaɪnəs/ in the US and /ʌnˈsaɪnəs/ in the UK.
British respelling: un-SY-nus.
What does uncinus mean?
- A cloud species which consists of fine hair-like strands, with hooked terminations. Associated only with cirrus formations.
- The curved tip of the hooks associated with belemnite tentacles.
Where does uncinus come from?
From Latin uncīnus (“hook”).
Words that rhyme with uncinus
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of uncinus.
Questions about saying uncinus
How do you pronounce uncinus?
Say un-SY-nus. The American pronunciation is /ʌnˈsaɪnəs/. In British English it is /ʌnˈsaɪnəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in uncinus?
Uncinus has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SY). Broken into parts: un · SY · nus.
Do Americans and Brits say uncinus the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ʌnˈsaɪnəs/ and the British form is /ʌnˈsaɪnəs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.