How to pronounce unclench
Say it like un-KLENCH. Unclench has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KLENCH).
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- un
- KLENCH
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unclench 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.
- KLENCHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of unclench
American and British speakers say unclench in essentially the same way: /ʌnˈklɛntʃ/ in the US and /ʌnˈklɛntʃ/ in the UK.
British respelling: un-KLENCH.
What does unclench mean?
- To open (something that was clenched).“The baby stopped crying and unclenched her fists.”
- To relax, especially one's muscles.“Bill, take some deep breaths and unclench.”
Where does unclench come from?
From Middle English unclenchen, equivalent to un- + clench.
Words that rhyme with unclench
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Questions about saying unclench
How do you pronounce unclench?
Say un-KLENCH. The American pronunciation is /ʌnˈklɛntʃ/. In British English it is /ʌnˈklɛntʃ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unclench?
Unclench has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KLENCH). Broken into parts: un · KLENCH.
Do Americans and Brits say unclench the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ʌnˈklɛntʃ/ and the British form is /ʌnˈklɛntʃ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.