How to pronounce unclaimed
Say it like un-KLAYMD. Unclaimed has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KLAYMD).
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- un
- KLAYMD
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unclaimed 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.
- KLAYMDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of unclaimed
American and British speakers say unclaimed in essentially the same way: /ənˈkleɪmd/ in the US and /ənˈkleɪmd/ in the UK.
British respelling: un-KLAYMD.
What does unclaimed mean?
- Not claimed.“Any unclaimed items of luggage may be destroyed.”
Where does unclaimed come from?
From un- + claimed.
Words that rhyme with unclaimed
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of unclaimed.
Questions about saying unclaimed
How do you pronounce unclaimed?
Say un-KLAYMD. The American pronunciation is /ənˈkleɪmd/. In British English it is /ənˈkleɪmd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unclaimed?
Unclaimed has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KLAYMD). Broken into parts: un · KLAYMD.
Do Americans and Brits say unclaimed the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ənˈkleɪmd/ and the British form is /ənˈkleɪmd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.